How To Fix WU020 - Error reading table &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: Error reading table &

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  • What causes this issue?

    No theme name was found for an existing theme module.

    How to fix this error?

    Maintain the text for the theme "promotion" in the menu or for
    <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0230>promotion themes</> in Customizing. The text is
    then displayed when calling up the module again.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU020 - Error reading table & ?

    The SAP error message WU020, which states "Error reading table &," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing a specific database table in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:

    Causes:

    1. Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the database.
    2. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
    3. Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is preventing access to the table.
    4. Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
    5. Database Connection Problems: There may be issues with the database connection or configuration.
    6. Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another process, preventing access.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Table Existence: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check for the table.
    2. Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
    3. Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to identify and resolve any corruption issues. This may involve using transaction DB02 or similar tools.
    4. Check Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport.
    5. Database Connection: Verify the database connection settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
    6. Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the table. If there are locks, you may need to release them or wait for the locking process to complete.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SU53 (Authorization Check), DB02 (Database Performance), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
    • SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
    • System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.

    If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.

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