How To Fix WS040 - Error: & , table: &

WS040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Error: & , table: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS040 - Error: & , table: & ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS040 Error: & , table: &
  is a generic runtime error related to table buffering or table access issues. The placeholders "&" are replaced at runtime with specific error details and the table name involved.
  
  Cause
  
  Table Buffering Issues: The error often occurs when there is a problem with accessing a buffered table. This can happen if the table buffer is inconsistent or corrupted.
  Authorization Problems: The user might not have the necessary authorization to access the table.
  Database Access Problems: Issues with the underlying database, such as locks, missing entries, or inconsistent data.
  Incorrect Table Access: The program might be trying to access a table that does not exist or is not properly defined in the data dictionary.
  Buffer Synchronization: If the table is buffered and the buffer is not synchronized with the database, this error can occur.
  Transport or Upgrade Issues: Sometimes after transports or system upgrades, table buffering settings or table definitions