DDLS382 - Escape character after LIKE must only have length 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 382

• Message text: Escape character after LIKE must only have length 1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS382 - Escape character after LIKE must only have length 1 ?

  The SAP error message DDLS382 indicates that there is an issue with the use of the escape character in a SQL statement that includes a LIKE clause. Specifically, the error message states that the escape character must be a single character, but the provided escape character does not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  The escape character specified in the SQL statement is either missing or has a length greater than one.
  The syntax of the SQL statement is incorrect, particularly in the context of using the LIKE operator with an escape character.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you should:
  
  Check the SQL Statement: Review the SQL statement where the LIKE operator is used. Ensure that the escape character is defined correctly.
  Use a Single Character: Make sure that the escape character is a single character. For example, if you are using the escape character \, it should be specified as follows:
  SELECT * FROM table_name WHERE column_name LIKE 'pattern' ESCAPE '\';
  Ensure that the escape character is not an empty string or more than one character.
  
  Correct Syntax: If you are using a variable or a parameter for the escape character, ensure that it resolves to a single character.
  
  Related Information:
  
  LIKE Operator: The LIKE operator is used in SQL to search for a specified pattern in a column. It can include wildcard characters such as % (which represents zero or more characters) and _ (which represents a single character).
  Escape Character: The escape character allows you to search for wildcard characters as literal characters. For example, if you want to search for a string that includes the % character, you would use an escape character to indicate that it should be treated literally.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or SQL reference guides for more details on the correct usage of the LIKE operator and escape characters.
  
  By ensuring that the escape character is correctly defined and that the SQL syntax is accurate, you should be able to resolve the DDLS382 error.