How To Fix S1183 - The SQL statement could not be explained (see system log for details)

S1183 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 183

• Message text: The SQL statement could not be explained (see system log for details)

What causes this issue?

The EXPLAIN PLAN command failed for the specified SQL statement for some
reason. This could be because of insufficient privileges for the
underlying objects of the table or view.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Refer to the system log for details.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1183 - The SQL statement could not be explained (see system log for details) ?

  The SAP error message S1183, which states "The SQL statement could not be explained (see system log for details)," typically indicates that there is an issue with the SQL statement that the system is trying to execute or analyze. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding the context is essential for troubleshooting.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: The SQL statement may contain syntax errors that prevent it from being parsed correctly.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be problems with the connection to the database, which can prevent the SQL statement from being executed or explained.
  Database Configuration: The database may not be configured correctly, or there may be issues with the database version compatibility with SAP.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the SQL statement may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Database-Specific Limitations: Some SQL features may not be supported by the underlying database system.
  Resource Limitations: The database may be experiencing resource constraints