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Description

This error indicates that an SQL statement or operation within SAP S/4HANA attempted to access a database object (like a table, view, or function) that either does not exist or whose name is misspelled. It typically occurs during data retrieval, updates, or custom report execution.

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Error Message

ERR_SQL_INV_OBJ_NAME

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Known Causes

3 known causes

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Incorrect Object Name

The SQL query, custom code, or configuration specifies an object name that contains a typo or does not match the exact name as it exists in the database schema.

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Non-existent Database Object

The requested database object (e.g., table, view, stored procedure) has been deleted, renamed, or was never created in the target SAP HANA database.

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Schema or User Context Mismatch

The database session or user attempting the operation does not have access to the specified object, or the object resides in a different schema not currently in the search path.

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Solutions

3 solutions available

1. Verify Object Name and Schema in SQL Statement easy

Ensure the object name and its schema are correctly specified in the SQL query.

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Examine the SQL statement that is triggering the error. Look for the object name (table, view, function, etc.) that is being referenced.

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Check if the object name is misspelled. Object names are case-sensitive in some database configurations, so verify exact spelling.

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Verify the schema (owner) of the object. If the object is not in the default schema for the user executing the query, you must explicitly qualify the object name with its schema.

SELECT * FROM <schema_name>.<object_name>;
-- or
INSERT INTO <schema_name>.<object_name> (...) VALUES (...);

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If the SQL statement is part of an SAP S/4HANA program or transaction, use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (ABAP Dictionary) to confirm the existence and correct spelling of the database object.

2. Check Object Existence and Permissions medium

Confirm that the database object exists and the user has the necessary privileges to access it.

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Log in to the SAP S/4HANA database using an administrative tool (e.g., SAP HANA Studio, DBeaver, or SQL client).

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Execute a query to check if the object exists in the database. Replace `<object_name>` with the name of the object causing the error. You might need to query system views like `M_TABLES` or `M_VIEWS` for HANA.

SELECT * FROM M_TABLES WHERE TABLE_NAME = '<OBJECT_NAME_IN_UPPERCASE>';
-- or for views:
SELECT * FROM M_VIEWS WHERE VIEW_NAME = '<OBJECT_NAME_IN_UPPERCASE>';
-- Note: Object names are typically case-sensitive and often stored in uppercase.

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If the object does not exist, it might have been deleted, renamed, or is part of a different SAP S/4HANA system or client. Recreate or restore the object if necessary.

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If the object exists, check the user's privileges on that object. The user needs at least SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE privileges depending on the operation being performed.

SELECT * FROM M_OBJECT_PRIVILEGES WHERE OBJECT_NAME = '<OBJECT_NAME_IN_UPPERCASE>' AND GRANTEE_NAME = '<USER_NAME_IN_UPPERCASE>';

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If the user lacks the necessary privileges, grant them using the appropriate SQL command. This often requires a user with higher privileges.

GRANT <privilege> ON <schema_name>.<object_name> TO <user_name>;
-- Example:
GRANT SELECT ON SAPABAP1.MY_CUSTOM_TABLE TO MY_REPORT_USER;

3. Investigate SAP S/4HANA Customization and Transport Issues advanced

Address potential problems arising from custom objects or incomplete transports.

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If the error occurs with a custom database object (e.g., a table or view created by a developer), verify that the object was correctly created and activated in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).

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Check the transport logs for the development object that includes the problematic database object. Ensure the transport was successfully imported into the target SAP S/4HANA system.

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If the object is part of a standard SAP S/4HANA component, ensure that the relevant SAP Notes or Support Packages have been applied correctly. Sometimes, an object might be missing or have an incorrect definition due to an incomplete update.

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Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to activate and create/update the database table or view from the ABAP Dictionary definition. This can sometimes resolve inconsistencies.

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If the error persists and is related to a standard SAP object, consider opening an incident with SAP Support for further investigation.

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Related Errors

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