DDLS076 - View &1: Literals on left side only allowed with literals on right

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 076

• Message text: View &1: Literals on left side only allowed with literals on right

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS076 - View &1: Literals on left side only allowed with literals on right ?

  The SAP error message DDLS076 indicates that there is an issue with the way literals are being used in a view definition. Specifically, the error states that literals can only be placed on the left side of a comparison if there are also literals on the right side. This typically occurs in the context of defining database views in ABAP Dictionary (DDIC).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an invalid comparison in the view definition where:
  
  A literal (a fixed value, such as a string or number) is used on the left side of a comparison operator (like =, <>, etc.), but the right side does not contain a literal.
  This is not allowed because the database engine needs to ensure that both sides of the comparison are comparable in a meaningful way.
  
  Example:
  If you have a view definition like this:
  SELECT * FROM table_name WHERE 'fixed_value' = column_name
  This would trigger the DDLS076 error because a literal ('fixed_value') is on the left side, while the right side (column_name) is a column reference.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that both sides of the comparison are either literals or variables/columns. Here are a few approaches to fix the issue:
  
  
  Use Variables/Columns on Both Sides:
  Change the comparison so that both sides are either literals or column references. For example:
  SELECT * FROM table_name WHERE column_name = 'fixed_value'
  
  
  Avoid Using Literals on the Left Side:
  If you need to compare a column to a literal, always place the column on the left side of the comparison:
  SELECT * FROM table_name WHERE column_name = 'fixed_value'
  
  
  Check for Logical Errors:
  Review the logic of your view definition to ensure that the comparisons make sense and are logically valid.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Dictionary: The error is related to the ABAP Dictionary where database views are defined.
  Database Views: Understanding how to properly define database views and the rules around literals and columns is crucial.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on view definitions and the use of literals.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the DDLS076 error and successfully define your view in SAP.