DDLS063 - Internal error while determining select * usage (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Internal error while determining select * usage (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS063 - Internal error while determining select * usage (&) ?

  The SAP error message DDLS063 indicates an internal error that occurs while the system is trying to determine the usage of the SELECT * statement in a Data Definition Language (DDL) context. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the database, inconsistencies in the data dictionary, or problems with the underlying ABAP code.
  Causes:
  
  Data Dictionary Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data dictionary objects.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as missing tables or views, can lead to this error.
  ABAP Code Issues: The ABAP code that is trying to execute the SELECT * statement may have logical errors or may not be properly handling the data types.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported between systems, there might be inconsistencies in the transport process.
  Version Compatibility: The error may occur if there are compatibility issues between different versions of SAP components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Dictionary: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of the tables and views involved. Ensure that they are correctly defined and activated.
  Database Consistency Check: Run database consistency checks to ensure that all objects are present and correctly defined in the database.
  Review ABAP Code: Analyze the ABAP code that is generating the error. Look for any SELECT * statements and ensure they are correctly written and that the corresponding database objects exist.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or workarounds for specific error messages.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for best practices regarding database access and ABAP programming.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the DDLS063 error in your SAP environment.