How To Fix ST05050 - & is not a DDIC object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST05 - Messages for Performance Traces (ST05)

• Message number: 050

• Message text: & is not a DDIC object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST05050 - & is not a DDIC object ?

  The SAP error message ST05050 typically indicates that there is an issue related to a Data Dictionary (DDIC) object in the SAP system. The message "is not a DDIC object" suggests that the system is expecting a Data Dictionary object (like a table, view, or data element) but is encountering something that does not qualify as such.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object you are trying to access or manipulate is not a valid DDIC object. This could happen if you are referencing a program, function module, or other non-DDIC objects.
  Missing or Inactive Object: The DDIC object may not exist in the system, or it may be inactive or not properly activated.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the DDIC object can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Type: Check the object you are trying to access. Ensure that it is indeed a DDIC object (like a table, view, or data element).
  Check Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to verify that the object exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  Activate Object: If the object exists but is inactive, activate it using transaction SE11 or SE14 (for database objects).
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the object.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the DDIC object. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your authorizations.
  Debugging: If you are still encountering issues, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for ST05050 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Data Dictionary objects for more insights on how they are structured and managed.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.