How To Fix DB653 - Variable & type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Variable & type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You attempted to change, copy, delete or display a variable that does
not exist.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB653 - Variable & type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DB653 indicates that a variable or type specified in a database operation does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with database tables, views, or data dictionary objects.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variable or Type: The variable or type referenced in the code does not exist in the database or data dictionary.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the variable or type name.
  Scope Issues: The variable or type may not be accessible in the current scope of the program.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If the data dictionary has been modified (e.g., a table or type was deleted or renamed), the code may reference an outdated object.
  Transport Issues: If the code was transported from one system to another, the necessary objects may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable/Type Name: Verify that the variable or type name is spelled correctly and matches the definition in the data dictionary.
  Check Data Dictionary: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the variable or type exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or adjust your code accordingly.
  Scope Verification: Ensure that the variable or type is declared in the correct scope and is accessible where it is being used.
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data dictionary, review those changes to ensure that the code is still valid.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully transported.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, use the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the variable or type is being referenced incorrectly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  ABAP Documentation: Review the ABAP documentation for guidelines on declaring and using variables and types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DB653 error and implement a solution.