How To Fix TB111 - Table & maintained exclusively by the customer (class &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Table & maintained exclusively by the customer (class &)

What causes this issue?

You are about to change the contents of a table that is maintained by
the customer (see displayed table category).

System Response

The system sends you a warning to inform you that your changes will not
be passed onto the customer when an update is performed. Reason: the
entries updated by SAP will be imported into client 000, but not into
the customer client(s).
&WHAT_to_do&
Please note that your change is of relevance only for SAP internal
use.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB111 - Table & maintained exclusively by the customer (class &) ?

  The SAP error message TB111 indicates that a specific table is maintained exclusively by the customer, which means that the table is not intended for modification by SAP or other standard processes. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to modify or access a table that is designated for customer-specific use only.
  Cause:
  
  Table Configuration: The table in question is configured to be maintained exclusively by the customer. This is often the case for custom tables or tables that are intended for specific business processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the table.
  System Settings: The system settings may restrict access to certain tables to prevent unintended changes to critical data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Maintenance: Verify if the table is indeed meant to be maintained exclusively by the customer. You can do this by checking the table's attributes in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to access or modify the table has the appropriate authorizations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation related to the table to understand its intended use and any restrictions on modifications.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe that the error is occurring inappropriately or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the table and its usage.
  Custom Development: If the table is part of a custom development, consult with the development team to understand the design and any restrictions that may have been implemented.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TB111 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.