How To Fix DA502 - View & is not a database view

DA502 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

• Message number: 502

• Message text: View & is not a database view

What causes this issue?

A function is called which expects a database view as the input
parameter. The specified view, however, has a different view type.
For example, only a database view can be created in the database using
the database utility.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can only execute the called function for database views. If
necessary, change the view type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA502 - View & is not a database view ?

  The SAP error message DA502 indicates that the specified view is not recognized as a database view. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect View Type: The object you are trying to access may not be a database view but rather a different type of object (e.g., a projection view or a table).
  View Activation: The view may not be activated or may have been deactivated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the view.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection that prevent the view from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check View Type: Verify that the object you are trying to access is indeed a database