How To Fix DDLS226 - Information of parent DDL source & could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Information of parent DDL source & could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS226 - Information of parent DDL source & could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message DDLS226 indicates that the system is unable to determine the information of the parent Data Definition Language (DDL) source. This typically occurs during the activation or generation of database objects, such as tables or views, when the system cannot find the necessary metadata or dependencies related to the parent object.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Parent Object: The parent object (like a table or view) that the current object depends on may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata, such as changes made to the parent object that have not been properly activated or saved.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, there may be missing dependencies or objects that were not included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the parent object.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Parent Object: Verify that the parent object exists in the system. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  Activate Objects: Ensure that all related objects, including the parent object, are activated. You can do this by navigating to the object in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) and activating it.
  Check Transport Requests: If the object was transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport missing objects.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the parent object. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to identify any issues. This may involve running database-specific tools or transactions to check for integrity.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the activation process to identify where the failure occurs. This may require technical expertise.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate and manage database objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for DDL operations and object dependencies to better understand how these components interact.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.