How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG168 - Use alias "&1", not entity name "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Use alias "&1", not entity name "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG168 - Use alias "&1", not entity name "&2" ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG168 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected alias and the entity name in a data model or query definition. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with data models, queries, or data sources.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An alias is expected in a certain context (like a query or a data model), but an entity name is provided instead.
  The system is trying to resolve a reference to a data object, but it finds an entity name that does not match the expected alias.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Query or Data Model: 
  
  Review the query or data model where the error is occurring. Look for the specific field or object that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Alias:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct alias as specified in the data model or query definition. Replace the entity name with the appropriate alias.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source Definitions:
  
  If you are working with a data source, check the definitions to ensure that aliases are correctly defined and used.
  
  
  
  Validate the Query:
  
  If this error occurs in a query, validate the query to ensure that all fields and objects are correctly referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the data model or query you are working with.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query or data model again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW or HANA modeling to better understand the use of aliases and entity names.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.