How To Fix SMTTOOLS156 - Table & is not a shared table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMTTOOLS - Multi Tenancy tools

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Table & is not a shared table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMTTOOLS156 - Table & is not a shared table ?

  The SAP error message SMTTOOLS156 indicates that a specific table is not a shared table, which can occur during the use of the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) replication server or when working with SAP Data Services. This error typically arises when trying to replicate or access a table that is not configured correctly for sharing across different systems or clients.
  Cause:
  
  Table Configuration: The table in question is not defined as a shared table in the SAP system. Shared tables are those that can be accessed and modified by multiple clients or systems.
  Client-Specific Tables: The table may be client-specific, meaning it is only relevant to a particular client in a multi-client environment.
  Replication Settings: The settings for the SLT or data replication may not be configured to include this table, or the table may not be eligible for replication due to its configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify the table definition in the Data Dictionary (SE11). Ensure that the table is intended to be a shared table and check its attributes.
  Modify Table Settings: If the table should be shared, you may need to adjust its settings. This could involve changing its client-dependent settings to make it client-independent.
  Replication Configuration: Review the SLT configuration to ensure that the table is included in the replication setup. You may need to add the table to the replication configuration if it is missing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SLT and table replication for specific guidelines on how to configure tables for sharing and replication.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if the table is critical for your operations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SLT Configuration, and SE14 (Database Utility) to check and modify table settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SLT Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Landscape Transformation to understand the requirements and configurations for shared tables.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SMTTOOLS156 error and implement a solution to resolve it.