How To Fix DD_DBAL019 - Alias &1: Source DB object &2.&3 does not exist. Alias is not created.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_DBAL - ABAP Dictionary, Data Base Abstraction Layer

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Alias &1: Source DB object &2.&3 does not exist. Alias is not created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_DBAL019 - Alias &1: Source DB object &2.&3 does not exist. Alias is not created. ?

  The SAP error message DD_DBAL019 indicates that there is an issue with the database alias creation process. Specifically, it states that the source database object (table or view) does not exist, which prevents the alias from being created. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Source Object: The source database object (table or view) specified in the error message does not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  The object was deleted or renamed.
  The object is in a different schema or database.
  There is a typo in the object name.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Alias Definition: The alias definition may be pointing to an incorrect or non-existent object.
  
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection that prevent the system from accessing the object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check the database to ensure that the specified object (table or view) exists. You can do this by querying the database directly or using database management tools.
  Ensure that the object name is spelled correctly and matches the case sensitivity of the database.
  
  
  
  Check Schema/Database:
  
  Ensure that you are looking in the correct schema or database. If the object exists in a different schema, you may need to qualify the object name with the schema name.
  
  
  
  Review Alias Definition:
  
  Review the alias definition in the SAP system to ensure it is correctly configured. You can do this in transaction DBACOCKPIT or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Check the database connection settings in the SAP system to ensure that it is correctly configured and that there are no connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Object:
  
  If the object has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to database aliasing for any specific requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check the existence of database objects.
  DBACOCKPIT: Database administration cockpit for monitoring and managing database connections and objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Database Logs: Review database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.