How To Fix SOI2356 - Table &1 has to exist with name &2 on DB, but name is &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI2 - SOI Messages

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Table &1 has to exist with name &2 on DB, but name is &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI2356 - Table &1 has to exist with name &2 on DB, but name is &3 ?

  The SAP error message SOI2356 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected name of a database table and the actual name of the table present in the database. Specifically, the system expects a table with the name specified as &2, but it found a table with a different name, &3. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during system upgrades, migrations, or when custom developments are involved.
  Cause:
  
  
  Database Table Name Mismatch: The expected table name does not match the actual table name in the database. This could be due to:
  
  A failed installation or upgrade process.
  Manual changes made to the database schema.
  Incorrect configuration settings.
  Issues with transport requests that did not properly create or rename the table.
  
  
  
  Namespace Issues: If the table is expected to be in a specific namespace and it is not, this can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify if the table with the expected name (&2) exists in the database. You can do this using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  
  
  Correct the Table Name: If the table exists but with a different name (&3), you may need to rename it or create a new table with the expected name. This should be done with caution and ideally in consultation with your database administrator or SAP Basis team.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If this issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  Check Custom Developments: If there are custom developments involved, review the code to ensure that it references the correct table name.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify any discrepancies. This can be done using transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), DB02 (Database Performance Monitor), DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration Cockpit).
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to your specific version of SAP and the error message.
  Backup: Before making any changes to the database, ensure that you have a complete backup to prevent data loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.