DDLS383 - ASCII characters are allowed as escape characters (not SPACE, ', _, or %)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 383

• Message text: ASCII characters are allowed as escape characters (not SPACE, ', _, or %)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS383 - ASCII characters are allowed as escape characters (not SPACE, ', _, or %) ?

  The SAP error message DDLS383 indicates that there is an issue with the use of escape characters in a SQL statement or a data definition language (DDL) operation. Specifically, it states that only certain ASCII characters are allowed as escape characters, and that characters such as SPACE, single quote ('), underscore (_), or percent sign (%) are not permitted.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  You are trying to use an invalid escape character in your SQL statement or DDL operation.
  The SQL syntax is incorrect, particularly in the context of LIKE clauses or string manipulations where escape characters are involved.
  The escape character used does not conform to the allowed ASCII characters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DDLS383 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the SQL Statement: Check the SQL statement or DDL operation where the error occurred. Look for any escape characters that are being used.
  
  
  Use Valid Escape Characters: Ensure that you are using valid ASCII characters as escape characters. The valid characters typically include:
  
  Backslash (\)
  Exclamation mark (!)
  Other ASCII characters that are not SPACE, single quote, underscore, or percent sign.
  
  
  
  Modify the Query: If you are using a LIKE clause, ensure that the escape character is defined correctly. For example:
  SELECT * FROM table_name WHERE column_name LIKE 'pattern' ESCAPE '\';
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the SQL statement or DDL operation to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the allowed escape characters or the syntax, refer to the SAP documentation or SQL reference guide for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Escape Characters: In SQL, escape characters are used to indicate that the following character should be treated differently (e.g., as a literal character rather than a wildcard).
  LIKE Clause: The LIKE operator is used in SQL to search for a specified pattern in a column. It can include wildcards such as % (any sequence of characters) and _ (a single character).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Community for any specific notes related to this error message, as there may be version-specific considerations or patches available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDLS383 error and successfully execute your SQL statement or DDL operation.