How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS616 - SQL error during processing of DB Lookup expression

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 616

• Message text: SQL error during processing of DB Lookup expression

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS616 - SQL error during processing of DB Lookup expression ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS616 typically indicates that there is an SQL error occurring during the processing of a DB Lookup expression in the context of SAP's Flexible Data Import (FDI) or similar data processing scenarios. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  SQL Syntax Error: There may be an issue with the SQL query syntax used in the DB Lookup expression.
  Database Connection Issues: The connection to the database might be down or misconfigured, leading to SQL execution failures.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the DB Lookup expression may not match the expected types in the database.
  Missing or Incorrect Table/Field Names: The specified table or field names in the SQL query might be incorrect or do not exist in the database.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the query may not have the necessary permissions to access the database or