How To Fix SV028 - Table & not in DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Table & not in DDIC

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to access a table definition, which is not in the
Data Dictionary.

System Response

Processing was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries to ensure that the Data Dictionary is correctly
maintained. Then call the maintenance transaction again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV028 - Table & not in DDIC ?

  The SAP error message SV028, which states "Table & not in DDIC," indicates that the system is unable to find the specified table in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of SV028 Error
  
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo in the table name or because the table has not been created.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently created or modified in a development environment, it may not have been transported to the target environment (e.g., quality or production).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  
  Namespace Issues: The table might be in a different namespace that is not accessible or recognized in the current context.
  
  
  Database Connection Issues: There could be issues with the database connection that prevent the system from accessing the table.
  
  
  Solutions to SV028 Error
  
  
  Verify Table Existence:
  
  Check if the table exists in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Ensure that the table name is spelled correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the table was created in a development environment, ensure that the transport request has been released and imported into the target environment.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with a security administrator.
  
  
  
  Namespace Verification:
  
  If the table is in a custom namespace, ensure that the namespace is correctly configured and accessible.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Check the database connection settings to ensure that the SAP system can connect to the database where the table is supposed to reside.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  If the table was recently deleted, it will no longer be available in the DDIC. You may need to recreate it if it was deleted by mistake.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to check the existence of the table.
  SE03: Transport Organizer - to manage transport requests.
  SU53: Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message SV028.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on managing database tables and Data Dictionary objects.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SV028 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.