How To Fix 42602 - Invalid attribute name


42602 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

  • Message number: 602

  • Message text: Invalid attribute name

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42602 - Invalid attribute name ?
    The SAP error message 42602, "Invalid attribute name," typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA or when working with SQL queries in SAP systems. This error indicates that the attribute name specified in your query or operation is not recognized or is incorrectly defined.
    Causes:
    
    Typographical Errors: The attribute name may be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the SQL statement.
    Non-Existent Attributes: The attribute you are trying to access does not exist in the specified table or view.
    Case Sensitivity: SAP HANA is case-sensitive. If the attribute name is defined in a different case (e.g., "AttributeName" vs. "attributename"), it will lead to this error.
    Schema Issues: The attribute may exist in a different schema, and the query does not reference the correct schema.
    Data Model Changes: If the underlying data model has changed (e.g., attributes were renamed or removed), this can lead to the error.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check Spelling: Verify that the attribute name is spelled correctly in

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