How To Fix SOI1786 - Table &1: MTSHTABS entry cannot be retrieved

SOI1786 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI1 - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages continued

• Message number: 786

• Message text: Table &1: MTSHTABS entry cannot be retrieved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI1786 - Table &1: MTSHTABS entry cannot be retrieved ?

  The SAP error message SOI1786, which states "Table &1: MTSHTABS entry cannot be retrieved," typically indicates an issue related to the retrieval of data from the MTSHTABS table, which is part of the SAP system's handling of certain data structures or configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entries: The MTSHTABS table may not have the required entries for the operation you are trying to perform. This could be due to data not being properly initialized or configured.
  Corrupted Data: There may be corruption in the data stored in the MTSHTABS table, preventing the system from retrieving the necessary information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the MTSHTABS table.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that affects how data is stored or retrieved from the MTSHTABS table.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Entries: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the contents of the MTSHTABS table. Ensure that