How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG017 - The table name & is unknown or obscured by an alias

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 017

• Message text: The table name & is unknown or obscured by an alias

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG017 - The table name & is unknown or obscured by an alias ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG017 indicates that the system is unable to recognize a specified table name, either because the table does not exist, it is obscured by an alias, or there is a syntax issue in the query or statement being executed.
  Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table name may not exist in the database or the current schema.
  Alias Confusion: If an alias is used in the query, it may obscure the actual table name, leading to confusion in the parser.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the table name or alias.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary permissions to access the table.
  Context Issues: The table might be valid in one context (like a specific transaction or module) but not in another.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table Existence: Check if the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to look up the table.
  Check Aliases: Review the SQL query or statement to ensure that any aliases used are correctly defined and do not obscure the table name.
  Correct Typos: Double-check the spelling of the table name and any aliases for typographical errors.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Contextual Relevance: Ensure that the table is relevant to the context in which it is being called. If the table is part of a specific module, ensure that the correct module is being accessed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 to check the Data Dictionary for the table definition and SE16 to view the data in the table.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the specific table and its usage.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.