How To Fix XW148 - &1 is not a valid structure or table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 148

• Message text: &1 is not a valid structure or table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW148 - &1 is not a valid structure or table ?

  The SAP error message XW148 indicates that the specified structure or table is not valid. This error typically occurs in various contexts, such as when working with ABAP programs, data dictionary objects, or during data processing tasks.
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Error: The name of the structure or table may have been misspelled in the code or configuration.
  Non-Existent Object: The structure or table may not exist in the system, possibly due to it being deleted or not yet created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified structure or table.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Namespace Issues: The object might be in a different namespace that is not accessible in the current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Spelling: Verify that the name of the structure or table is spelled correctly in the code or configuration.
  Verify Existence: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check if the structure or table exists in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the structure or table. This can be done by checking user roles and authorizations.
  Transport Validation: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
  Namespace Check: Ensure that the object is in the correct namespace and that the current user has access to it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to check the existence of tables and structures.
  SE80: Object Navigator - to explore various objects in the system.
  SE37: Function Module - if the error occurs in a function module context.
  
  
  
  Debugging: If the error occurs during program execution, consider using the ABAP debugger to trace the point of failure and inspect the variables involved.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.