How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG430 - The association "&" is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 430

• Message text: The association "&" is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG430 - The association "&" is unknown ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG430 with the description "The association '&' is unknown" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Security Descriptor Definition Language (SDDL) when there is an issue with the definition of an association in a security descriptor.
  Cause:
  
  Unknown Association: The error indicates that the system is trying to reference an association that has not been defined or is not recognized in the current context. This could be due to a typo in the association name or the association not being created or activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the security descriptors or the underlying data model that defines the associations.
  Transport Issues: If the association was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Association Name: Verify that the association name referenced in the security descriptor is correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies.
  Define the Association: If the association is indeed missing, you may need to create it in the system. This involves defining the association in the relevant data model or configuration settings.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to security descriptors and associations to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SDDL and security descriptors for additional guidance on how to define and manage associations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore the definitions of associations and related objects.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.