/AIF/MES280 - Table &1 is not a valid message index table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/MES -

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Table &1 is not a valid message index table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/MES280 - Table &1 is not a valid message index table ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/MES280 Table &1 is not a valid message index table typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an issue with the message index table that is being referenced. This error indicates that the specified table is not recognized as a valid message index table by the AIF.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name provided in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Table Not Configured: The table may not be configured as a message index table in the AIF settings.
  Missing or Incomplete Customization: If the AIF has been customized, the necessary configurations for the message index table may be missing or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the AIF configuration was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the table to not be recognized.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from recognizing the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table Name: Check the table name in the error message and ensure it is correct. You can do this by looking it up in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Check AIF Configuration: Go to the AIF configuration settings and verify that the table is correctly defined as a message index table. This can typically be done in transaction /AIF/CONFIG.
  Reconfigure the Table: If the table is not configured correctly, you may need to reconfigure it as a message index table. This involves setting the appropriate parameters and ensuring it is linked to the correct message type.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to ensure that all tables are recognized and functioning correctly. You can use transaction DB02 for database checks.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for AIF to ensure that all necessary steps for configuration have been followed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  /AIF/CONFIG: For AIF configuration.
  SE11: For Data Dictionary to check table definitions.
  DB02: For database performance and consistency checks.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums or SAP Support for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.