How To Fix DDVIDB066 - Existence of function & cannot be checked (SQL error)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDVIDB - Database-specific parts of views

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Existence of function & cannot be checked (SQL error)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDVIDB066 - Existence of function & cannot be checked (SQL error) ?

  The SAP error message DDVIDB066 indicates that the system is unable to check the existence of a function due to an SQL error. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access a database function or when there are issues with the database connection or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: The connection to the database may be down or misconfigured.
  Missing Function: The function being checked may not exist in the database.
  Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the function.
  Database Configuration: There may be issues with the database configuration or the way the function is defined.
  Database Compatibility: The function may not be compatible with the version of the database being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that the database is up and running.
  Verify the connection parameters in the SAP system configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Function Existence:
  
  Use a database management tool to check if the function exists in the database.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary permissions to access it.
  You may need to grant the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Database Configuration:
  
  Check the database configuration settings in SAP and ensure they are correct.
  Look for any discrepancies in the function definition.
  
  
  
  Consult Database Logs:
  
  Review the database logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the SQL error.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  Review the relevant SAP documentation for guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your specific database (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for troubleshooting SQL errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Builder) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the function in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.