How To Fix DBPROC_PROXY016 - Table type & & does not exist in the catalog

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBPROC_PROXY - Messages for DB Procedure Proxies

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Table type & & does not exist in the catalog

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBPROC_PROXY016 - Table type & & does not exist in the catalog ?

  The SAP error message DBPROC_PROXY016 indicates that a specified table type does not exist in the database catalog. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a table type that has not been defined or is not accessible in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Table Type: The specified table type has not been created in the database.
  Incorrect Schema: The table type may exist, but it is in a different schema than the one being referenced.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the table type being referenced.
  Database Connection Issues: The connection to the database may not be properly established, leading to the inability to access the catalog.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the table type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table Type Existence:
  
  Verify that the table type exists in the database. You can do this by querying the database catalog or using database management tools.
  Example SQL query to check for the table type:
  SELECT * FROM information_schema.types WHERE type_name = 'your_table_type_name';
  
  
  
  
  Correct Schema Reference:
  
  Ensure that you are referencing the correct schema. If the table type is in a different schema, you need to qualify the name with the schema.
  Example: Instead of just your_table_type_name, use schema_name.your_table_type_name.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the spelling of the table type name in your code or configuration to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that your application is properly connected to the database. Check the connection string and credentials.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user executing the query has the necessary permissions to access the table type. You may need to grant the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Create the Table Type:
  
  If the table type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done with a SQL command like:
  CREATE TYPE your_table_type_name AS TABLE (column1 datatype, column2 datatype, ...);
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your specific database (e.g., SAP HANA, SQL Server, etc.) for details on creating and managing table types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DBPROC_PROXY016 error in your SAP environment.