How To Fix SDRPLI264 - Column & DB view & cannot be mapped onto an ABAP name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDRPLI - For DDIC Replications

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Column & DB view & cannot be mapped onto an ABAP name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDRPLI264 - Column & DB view & cannot be mapped onto an ABAP name ?

  The SAP error message SDRPLI264 indicates that there is an issue with mapping a column from a database view to an ABAP name. This typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the database view definition and the expected naming conventions or data types in ABAP.
  Cause:
  
  Naming Conventions: The column name in the database view may not conform to the naming conventions required by ABAP. For example, ABAP names must start with a letter and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the column in the database view may not be compatible with the expected data type in ABAP.
  Reserved Keywords: The column name may be using a reserved keyword in ABAP, which cannot be used as a variable name.
  Special Characters: The column name may contain special characters or spaces that are not allowed in ABAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the column names in the database view follow the ABAP naming conventions. Rename the columns if necessary.
  Data Type Compatibility: Verify that the data types of the columns in the database view are compatible with the expected data types in ABAP. Adjust the data types if needed.
  Avoid Reserved Keywords: Check if the column name is a reserved keyword in ABAP. If it is, rename the column to something that is not reserved.
  Remove Special Characters: Ensure that the column names do not contain any special characters or spaces. Rename them to use only valid characters.
  Recreate the View: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider recreating the database view with the correct definitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions for ABAP variables and database fields.
  Data Dictionary: Use the Data Dictionary (SE11) to check the definitions of the database view and the associated tables.
  Debugging: If you are still facing issues, consider using transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to debug the problem further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SDRPLI264 error and successfully map the database view columns to ABAP names.