How To Fix WX804 - SYST: error reading table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WX - Master data maintenance: Plant

• Message number: 804

• Message text: SYST: error reading table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WX804 - SYST: error reading table & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WX804 SYST: error reading table &
  
  Meaning / Cause
  The error message WX804 with the text SYST: error reading table & typically occurs when the SAP system encounters a problem reading a database table during runtime. The placeholder & is replaced by the actual table name that caused the error.
  Common causes include:
  
  Database access issues: The underlying database table is not accessible due to authorization problems, database locks, or database inconsistencies.
  Table does not exist: The table name referenced does not exist in the database or is not activated.
  Authorization problems: The user or the program does not have the necessary authorizations to read the table.
  Transport or system inconsistencies: The table might be inconsistent due to incomplete transport or system upgrade.
  Technical problems: Network issues, database connection problems, or system dumps.
  Incorrect program logic: The program tries to read a table dynamically with an incorrect or empty table name.
  
  
  How to Analyze
  
  Check the table name: Look at the actual table name in the error message (instead of &) to identify which table is causing the problem.
  Check table existence and activation: Use transaction SE11 to verify if the table exists and is active.
  Check authorizations: Verify if the user has the necessary authorizations to read the table.
  Check database consistency: Use database tools or SAP transactions like DB02 or ST04 to check for database locks or inconsistencies.
  Check program logic: If the error occurs in a custom program or report, debug to see how the table name is passed and if it is correct.
  Check system logs: Use transaction SM21, ST22 (for dumps), and SM12 (locks) to find related errors.
  Check transport logs: If the table was recently transported, check for transport errors.
  
  
  Possible Solutions
  
  Ensure the table exists and is active: If the table is missing or inactive, activate it in SE11 or perform the necessary transport.
  Fix authorizations: Grant the required authorizations to the user or role.
  Correct program logic: If the table name is passed dynamically, ensure it is correct and not empty.
  Resolve database issues: Work with your Basis/DBA team to fix database locks, inconsistencies, or connectivity problems.
  Re-import transports: If the table is inconsistent due to transport, re-import or fix the transport.
  Check for SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific table or error message for known issues and patches.
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  The error message WX804 is a runtime error related to the SAP system's internal table reading mechanism.
  It often appears in ABAP programs when using dynamic table access or when system tables are accessed.
  Debugging the program at the point of failure can provide more insight.
  If the error occurs in standard SAP code, consider raising an OSS message with SAP Support.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WX804 SYST: error reading table &
  
  
  Cause
  Problem reading database table (missing, locked, authorization, DB issues, incorrect name)
  
  
  Solution
  Verify table existence, check authorizations, fix program logic, resolve DB issues
  
  
  Tools
  SE11, SM21, ST22, SM12, DB02, ST04, Debugger
  
  
  Notes
  Check SAP Notes for known issues related to the table or error message
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual table name or the context in which the error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.