How To Fix DHCDC_REC304 - Table name is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DHCDC_REC - Message for Recording Area of CDC ABAP Agent

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Table name is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DHCDC_REC304 - Table name is empty ?

  The SAP error message DHCDC_REC304, which indicates that the "Table name is empty," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when working with Data Hierarchy or Data Transfer processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Table Name: The error usually arises when a required table name is not specified in the configuration or during the execution of a data transfer process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data extraction settings or in the data source definition.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which data is being extracted may not be properly defined or may have been deleted or modified.
  Programmatic Errors: If the error occurs during a custom program or report execution, it may be due to a coding error where the table name variable is not being populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the data extraction or transfer process. Ensure that all required fields, including the table name, are correctly filled out.
  Validate Data Source: Ensure that the data source you are trying to use is valid and properly defined in the system. If it has been modified or deleted, you may need to recreate or adjust it.
  Debugging: If the error occurs in a custom program, debug the code to identify where the table name is supposed to be set. Ensure that the variable holding the table name is being populated correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or process you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or other relevant transaction codes for data extraction.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message DHCDC_REC304 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.