How To Fix DDVIDB708 - Information on function & could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Information on function & could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDVIDB708 - Information on function & could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message DDVIDB708 typically indicates that the system is unable to determine information about a specific function or object in the database. This can occur for various reasons, such as missing or inconsistent data, issues with the database schema, or problems with the function module itself.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module that is being called may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module.
  Database Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the system from retrieving the required information.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Development Errors: Errors in the ABAP code or in the function module definition can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Module Existence: Verify that the function module exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE37 (Function Builder) to search for the function module.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Database Consistency Check: Run database consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. You can use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) for this purpose.
  Review Transport Logs: If the function module was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the function module to identify any coding errors or issues that may be causing the problem.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE37 (Function Builder), SE14 (Database Utility), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to DDVIDB708 for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific function module to understand its parameters and expected behavior.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, or to contact SAP support for more specialized help.