How To Fix SV790 - You cannot create a maintenance dialog for the table/view &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 790

• Message text: You cannot create a maintenance dialog for the table/view &

What causes this issue?

The 'Table maintenance' flag was set to <ZH>not allowed</> when the
view/table &V1& was created, so no maintenance dialog can be generated.

System Response

No maintenance dialog is generated or changed.

How to fix this error?

You can change the 'Table maintenance' attribute flag for this
table/view in the ABAP Dictionary.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV790 - You cannot create a maintenance dialog for the table/view & ?

  The SAP error message SV790, which states "You cannot create a maintenance dialog for the table/view &," typically occurs when you attempt to create a maintenance dialog for a database table or view that does not meet certain criteria. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Table/View Type: The table or view you are trying to create a maintenance dialog for may not be a transparent table. Maintenance dialogs can only be created for transparent tables, not for pooled tables, cluster tables, or views.
  
  
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the table may not allow for maintenance dialogs. For example, if the table is defined as a "not modifiable" table, you cannot create a maintenance dialog.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify maintenance dialogs.
  
  
  Table/View is Not Active: If the table or view is not active in the system, you will not be able to create a maintenance dialog.
  
  
  Field Attributes: Certain field attributes (like data element type) may prevent the creation of a maintenance dialog.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table Type: Ensure that the table you are trying to create a maintenance dialog for is a transparent table. You can check this in the Data Dictionary (SE11) by looking at the table's properties.
  
  
  Review Technical Settings: Go to the technical settings of the table (SE11) and ensure that it is set up correctly for maintenance. Make sure it is not marked as "not modifiable."
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create maintenance dialogs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Activate the Table/View: If the table or view is not active, activate it in the Data Dictionary (SE11) and then try to create the maintenance dialog again.
  
  
  Check Field Attributes: Review the attributes of the fields in the table to ensure they are compatible with maintenance dialogs. For example, fields should have appropriate data types and lengths.
  
  
  Use Transaction SE54: If you are trying to create a maintenance view, you can use transaction SE54 to create a maintenance view for a table that meets the criteria.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE54: Maintenance View
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP that might provide additional insights or patches.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on creating maintenance dialogs and the requirements for tables and views.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SV790 error and implement the appropriate solution.