How To Fix XM311 - Entry &1 / &2 does not exist in table OPMODE_EXT_TOOL

XM311 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XM - XMI interface and SMAPIS messages to XMI log

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Entry &1 / &2 does not exist in table OPMODE_EXT_TOOL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XM311 - Entry &1 / &2 does not exist in table OPMODE_EXT_TOOL ?

  The SAP error message XM311 indicates that there is an issue with the entry in the table OPMODE_EXT_TOOL. This table is typically used to manage external tools or modes in the SAP system, and the error suggests that the specific entry you are trying to access or use does not exist.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the entry you are trying to reference (indicated by &1 and &2 in the error message) does not exist in the OPMODE_EXT_TOOL table.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the external tool or mode has not been properly set up in the system.
  Data Deletion: The entry might have been deleted or not created due to an incomplete setup process.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the necessary entries may not have been included or properly imported.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Table: Use transaction code SE11 or SE16