How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG049 - Error while reading content table '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Error while reading content table '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG049 - Error while reading content table '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG049 indicates that there is an issue while reading a content table, which is typically related to the SAP Content Management System (CMS) or the SAP Document Management System (DMS). The error message usually includes a placeholder &1 that will be replaced with the name of the specific content table that is causing the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified content table may not exist in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the content table.
  Database Issues: There may be a problem with the database connection or the database itself (e.g., corruption, unavailability).
  Configuration Issues: The content repository or the content table may not be properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the content table was recently transported, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the content table specified in the error message exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the content table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Database Connection: Check the database connection settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration of the content repository and the content table. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the content repository is active.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Content Management System or Document Management System for more context on content tables and their management.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.