How To Fix SOI_REPLICATOR035 - Unable to determine if table &1 field &2 is a LOB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI_REPLICATOR - Messages for SOI replicator

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Unable to determine if table &1 field &2 is a LOB

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI_REPLICATOR035 - Unable to determine if table &1 field &2 is a LOB ?

  The SAP error message SOI_REPLICATOR035 indicates that the system is unable to determine if a specific table field is a Large Object (LOB) type. This can occur in scenarios involving data replication or when working with database tables that contain LOB fields, such as BLOB (Binary Large Object) or CLOB (Character Large Object).
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Database Schema Issues: The database schema may not be correctly defined, or the metadata for the table and its fields may not be accessible or may be incomplete.
  Replication Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the data replication settings, particularly if the system is trying to replicate LOB fields without proper handling.
  Database Compatibility: The database version or type may not fully support LOB data types, or there may be compatibility issues with the SAP system.
  Missing Permissions: The user or service account running the replication may not have the necessary permissions to access the metadata of the table or its fields.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Database Schema:
  
  Verify that the table and its fields are correctly defined in the database schema.
  Ensure that the LOB fields are properly configured and that the database supports LOB types.
  
  
  
  Review Replication Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for data replication in SAP. Ensure that LOB fields are included and handled correctly in the replication process.
  If applicable, consult the documentation for the specific replication technology being used (e.g., SLT, SAP Data Services).
  
  
  
  Database Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the database version is compatible with the SAP version you are using. If there are known issues, consider applying patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the metadata of the tables and fields involved in the replication process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its documentation with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the system logs or debugging tools, you can analyze the logs to get more detailed information about the error and its context.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version and module to understand how LOB fields are handled.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.