How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN158 - Could not determine SQL datatypes for table attributes of table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Could not determine SQL datatypes for table attributes of table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN158 - Could not determine SQL datatypes for table attributes of table &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN158 indicates that the system is unable to determine the SQL data types for the attributes of a specified table. This error typically arises in the context of SAP HANA and the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework, where the system is trying to access or process metadata for a database table.
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Found: The specified table (&1) may not exist in the database, or there may be a typo in the table name.
  Insufficient Privileges: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to access the table or its metadata.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the HANA database, such as network problems or configuration errors.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the table may be inconsistent or corrupted, preventing the system from determining the data types.
  Unsupported Data Types: The table may contain data types that are not supported or recognized by the SAP HANA system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Table Existence: Check if the table exists in the database and that the name is correctly specified.
  
  You can use SQL commands like SELECT * FROM <schema>.<table_name> to verify.
  
  
  
  Check User Privileges: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the table and its metadata.
  
  You may need to grant the appropriate privileges using SQL commands or through the SAP HANA Studio.
  
  
  
  Review Database Connection: Ensure that the connection to the HANA database is properly configured and that there are no network issues.
  
  Check the connection settings in the SAP system and test the connection.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Metadata: If the metadata is inconsistent, consider rebuilding it. This can often be done through the SAP HANA Studio or by executing specific commands to refresh the metadata.
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types used in the table to ensure they are supported by SAP HANA. If there are unsupported types, consider changing them to compatible types.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP HANA documentation for information on supported data types and best practices for managing database tables.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.