How To Fix W0149 - Table & does not exist for this value combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Table & does not exist for this value combination

What causes this issue?

The table does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please select an allowed table using the F4 possible entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0149 - Table & does not exist for this value combination ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W0149 Table & does not exist for this value combination
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when SAP tries to access a database table or a table entry that does not exist for the given key or value combination. Specifically, the system is attempting to read or validate data from a table, but the expected entry or the entire table is missing in the database for the provided key fields.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  A custom or standard program is trying to read from a table that has not been created or activated.
  The table exists, but the specific key combination (record) does not exist.
  The table is client-dependent, and the current client does not have entries for the key.
  A configuration or master data record is missing.
  The program or transaction expects certain customizing or master data that has not been maintained.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Existence:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table mentioned in the message actually exists.
  If the table does not exist, it might be a custom table that was not created or activated properly. Create or activate the table as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Data Entries:
  
  If the table exists, check if the specific key combination exists in the table.
  Use transaction SE16/SE16N or SM30 to view the table entries.
  If the key combination is missing, maintain the required data or correct the key values being passed.
  
  
  
  Check Client-Specific Data:
  
  If the table is client-dependent, ensure that the data exists for the current client.
  Switch to the correct client or maintain the data for the current client.
  
  
  
  Review Program or Configuration:
  
  Identify the program or transaction causing the error.
  Check if the program is passing correct key values.
  Verify if all necessary customizing or master data is maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Transport or System Issues:
  
  Sometimes, missing tables or entries can be due to incomplete transports.
  Verify if recent transports related to the table or customizing have been imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to the table or the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: W0149 (Warning message class related to table existence)
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16/SE16N (Data Browser), SM30 (Table Maintenance)
  Common Tables: The actual table name will be shown in the message replacing the "&" symbol.
  Typical Context: Custom developments, data validations, configuration checks, master data validations.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to check the point where the table is accessed and what key values are being used.
  
  
  Summary:
  The warning "Table & does not exist for this value combination" indicates missing table entries or the table itself for the given key. The solution involves verifying the existence of the table and the data, maintaining missing entries, and ensuring correct program logic and configuration.
  
  If you provide the exact table name or the context in which this error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.