How To Fix RJ303 - Table & not found in the DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RJ - BW Extractor Handling Message Class

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Table & not found in the DDIC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RJ303 - Table & not found in the DDIC ?

  The SAP error message RJ303 indicates that a specific table (denoted by "&") is not found in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This error typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction that attempts to access a database table that does not exist or is not properly defined in the system.
  Causes of RJ303 Error
  
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The most straightforward cause is that the table you are trying to access has not been created in the database.
  
  
  Incorrect Table Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the program or transaction that references the table.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently created or modified in a development environment, it may not have been transported to the target environment (e.g., quality or production).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection that prevent the system from accessing the table.
  
  
  Namespace Issues: If the table is in a custom namespace, it may not be accessible due to configuration or naming conventions.
  
  
  Solutions to RJ303 Error
  
  
  Verify Table Existence: Check if the table exists in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11). If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  Check Table Name: Ensure that the table name is spelled correctly in the program or transaction.
  
  
  Transport the Table: If the table was created in a development environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the target environment.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is functioning correctly. You can check this in transaction DBACOCKPIT or by consulting your database administrator.
  
  
  Namespace Configuration: If the table is in a custom namespace, ensure that the namespace is correctly configured and that the table is accessible.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table existence)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check program or object references)
  SU53: Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  DBACOCKPIT: Database Administration Cockpit (to check database status)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific table or error message.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the error occurs and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RJ303 error and implement a solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.