How To Fix 37702 - ABAP Dictionary table must be specified precisely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 702

• Message text: ABAP Dictionary table must be specified precisely

What causes this issue?

The table name you entered uses the star character ("*") as a
placeholder, and is therefore not unique.

System Response

No fields were transferred from the ABAP Dictionary.

How to fix this error?

Enter the full name of an ABAP Dictionary table.
Note: You can precede the table name with a star ("*").
The same fields are then returned from the original table, but all have
the preceding star.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37702 - ABAP Dictionary table must be specified precisely ?

  The SAP error message "37702 ABAP Dictionary table must be specified precisely" typically occurs when there is an issue with the specification of a database table in the ABAP Dictionary. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when defining a table in a data dictionary object, creating a view, or working with database-related operations in ABAP.
  Cause:
  
  Ambiguous Table Specification: The error often indicates that the system cannot determine which table you are referring to because the name is not specified correctly or is ambiguous.
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name may be misspelled or not exist in the database.
  Namespace Issues: If you are using a custom table, ensure that it is correctly defined in the appropriate namespace.
  Missing Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Name: Verify that the table name is spelled correctly and exists in the ABAP Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the table.
  Use Fully Qualified Names: If you are working with tables in different namespaces, ensure you are using the fully qualified name (including the namespace) to avoid ambiguity.
  Check for Typos: Look for any typographical errors in the table name or in the code where the table is referenced.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified table. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Review Code: If the error occurs in a program or function module, review the code to ensure that the table is being referenced correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a standard SAP table, refer to the SAP documentation to ensure you are using it correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, consider using the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the table specification is failing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be helpful to consult with a colleague or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.