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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages
Message number: 172
Message text: Table definition &1 is unknown.
You referred to definition &V1& to print a table, but this definition
is unknown.
The system issues an error message.
This is probably an internal error. Please contact the SAP hotline and
report the problem.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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SSFCOMPOSER172
- Table definition &1 is unknown. ?The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER172, which states "Table definition &1 is unknown," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Smart Forms or Adobe Forms when the system cannot find the definition of a specified table. This can happen for several reasons, including:
Causes:
- Table Not Defined: The table referenced in the form is not defined in the database or is not available in the current context.
- Incorrect Table Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the form where the table is referenced.
- Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another, the table definition may not have been included in the transport request.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
- Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection that prevent the system from accessing the table.
Solutions:
- Check Table Definition: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table is defined.
- Correct Table Name: Ensure that the table name used in the Smart Form or Adobe Form is correct and matches the actual table name in the database.
- Transport Request: If the form was transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects, including the table definitions. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
- Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
- Database Connection: Check the database connection and ensure that it is functioning correctly. You may need to consult with your Basis team if there are issues with the database.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SSFCOMPOSER172 error message.
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