How To Fix TG142 - Check whether the table exists in the database (transaction SE11)

TG142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TG - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Check whether the table exists in the database (transaction SE11)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TG142 - Check whether the table exists in the database (transaction SE11) ?

  The SAP error message TG142 indicates that a specific table does not exist in the database. This error typically arises when you attempt to access or manipulate a database table that the system cannot find. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The most straightforward reason is that the table you are trying to access has not been created in the database.
  Incorrect Table Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the table name you are trying to access.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently created or modified in a development environment, it may not have been transported to the target environment (e.g., quality or production).
  Database Connection Issues: There could be issues with the database connection, leading to the inability to access the table.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the