How To Fix SOI194 - Table &1 exists on database

SOI194 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Table &1 exists on database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI194 - Table &1 exists on database ?

  The SAP error message SOI194 indicates that a table you are trying to create or modify already exists in the database. This can occur during various operations, such as when you are trying to create a new table, or when you are attempting to activate a data dictionary object that references a table that is already present.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Already Exists: The most straightforward cause is that the table you are trying to create or modify already exists in the database.
  Incorrect Naming: There might be a naming conflict where the name you are trying to use is already taken by another object.
  Database Synchronization Issues: If there are issues with database synchronization, it might lead to discrepancies where the system thinks the table does not exist when it actually does.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, there might be inconsistencies in the database state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Tables: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary)