How To Fix SWLT118 - Table &1 does not exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWLT - Message Class for ... guess!

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Table &1 does not exist in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWLT118 - Table &1 does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message SWLT118 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1 in the message) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Workflow or when trying to access a database table that is expected to be present but is not found.
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Created: The table may not have been created in the database. This can happen if the installation or upgrade process was incomplete.
  Incorrect Table Name: There might be a typo or an incorrect reference to the table name in the code or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the table was supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production), the transport might not have been executed successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the table, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database connection or the database itself, leading to the inability to access the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or investigate why it is missing.
  Verify Table Name: Double-check the spelling and case of the table name in your code or configuration.
  Transport Request: If the table is missing due to a transport issue, ensure that the transport request containing the table definition is correctly imported into the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 after attempting to access the table.
  Database Connection: Verify that the database connection is functioning correctly. Check for any database errors or connectivity issues.
  Consult Documentation: If the table is part of a specific SAP module or application, consult the relevant documentation or SAP Notes for guidance on how to resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Builder) for further investigation.
  Debugging: If you are a developer, consider using the debugger to trace where the error occurs in the code and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.