How To Fix UJ0_EXCEPTION017 - Table name (&1) or key name (&2) is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJ0_EXCEPTION - Basic Exception Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Table name (&1) or key name (&2) is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJ0_EXCEPTION017 - Table name (&1) or key name (&2) is invalid ?

  The SAP error message UJ0_EXCEPTION017 indicates that there is an issue with a table name or key name being invalid in the context of a specific operation, often related to the use of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the specified table or key, which can occur due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Table or Key Name: The most common cause is that the table name or key name provided in the operation does not exist or is misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table or key.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., deletion or renaming of tables/keys), the references may no longer be valid.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport environment, the table or key may not have been transported correctly to the target system.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection that prevent the system from accessing the required tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table/Key Names: Check the spelling and ensure that the table name and key name are correct. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to verify the existence of the table.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access the specified table or key.
  Review Recent Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure that the table or key has not been deleted or renamed.
  Check Transport Requests: If applicable, verify that the transport requests have been correctly imported into the target system and that all necessary objects are present.
  Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is active and functioning correctly. You may need to check the database logs for any connection issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional context around the error. This can provide insights into what might be causing the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.