How To Fix TB108 - You cannot maintain table & with SM30

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 108

• Message text: You cannot maintain table & with SM30

What causes this issue?

The table is locked against standard table maintenance.
In the interest of data consistency, it can only be maintained in the
context of other tables using a special maintenance transaction.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Ask your apllication administrator which transactions you can use to
maintain the table.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB108 - You cannot maintain table & with SM30 ?

  The SAP error message TB108 indicates that you cannot maintain a specific table using transaction SM30. This typically occurs when the table is not defined as a view or when it is not intended for direct maintenance through the SM30 transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Table Type: The table you are trying to maintain is not a transparent table or is not defined for maintenance in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the table.
  Table Maintenance Generator: The table may not have a maintenance view generated for it, which is required for SM30 to work.
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the table may restrict its maintenance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Type: Verify if the table is a transparent table. You can do this by checking the table definition in SE11.
  Use SE11 or SE16: If the table is not meant for maintenance via SM30, you can view or edit the data using SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  Create a Maintenance View: If you need to maintain the table through SM30, you may need to create a table maintenance generator (TMG) for the table. This can be done in SE11:
  
  Go to the table definition.
  Click on "Table Maintenance Generator" and create a new maintenance view.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain the table. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for any specific configurations or restrictions related to the table.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  SE78: Table Maintenance Generator
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the table you are trying to maintain.
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or solutions in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.