How To Fix DDVIDB360 - Unexpected ESCAPE template '&' (length > 1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 360

• Message text: Unexpected ESCAPE template '&' (length > 1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDVIDB360 - Unexpected ESCAPE template '&' (length > 1) ?

  The SAP error message DDVIDB360 with the description "Unexpected ESCAPE template '&' (length > 1)" typically occurs in the context of database operations, particularly when dealing with SQL queries or database views. This error indicates that there is an issue with the way the ESCAPE clause is being used in a query, specifically that the template provided is not valid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect ESCAPE Clause: The ESCAPE clause in SQL is used to define an escape character for special characters in a LIKE pattern. If the escape character is defined incorrectly (e.g., using a string longer than one character), this error can occur.
  Special Characters: If the query involves special characters that need to be escaped, and the escape character is not defined properly, it can lead to this error.
  Database View Definition: If the error arises while defining or accessing a database view, it may be due to incorrect syntax or parameters in the