How To Fix FDT_STORAGE017 - &1 is not a valid database table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_STORAGE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Storage

• Message number: 017

• Message text: &1 is not a valid database table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_STORAGE017 - &1 is not a valid database table ?

  The SAP error message FDT_STORAGE017 indicates that the specified object (in this case, a database table) is not recognized as a valid database table in the system. This error typically arises in the context of using the SAP Fiori Design Time (FDT) or when working with data models in SAP applications.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name specified in the configuration or data model might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
  Table Does Not Exist: The database table may not exist in the system, either because it has not been created or it has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that prevented it from being created properly.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection that prevent the system from recognizing the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table Name: Check the spelling and ensure that the table name is correct in the configuration or data model.
  Check Table Existence: Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to verify that the table exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Check Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, review the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is functioning correctly. You can check this in transaction DBACOCKPIT or by consulting with your database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check table definitions.
  SU53: Authorization check to see if there are any authorization issues.
  DBACOCKPIT: Database administration cockpit for monitoring database connections.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for FDT_STORAGE017 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Fiori and FDT for any specific guidelines on working with database tables.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or open a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.