Error
Error Code:
2865
SAP S/4HANA Error 2865: Duplicate SQLScript Attribute Name
Description
Error 2865 indicates that an SQLScript statement, typically within a view, table function, or stored procedure, attempts to define or select two attributes (columns) with the exact same name. This prevents the successful compilation or execution of the SQLScript, leading to a runtime failure or development environment error.
Error Message
ERR_SQLSCRIPT_DUPLICATE_ATTRIBUTE_NAME
Known Causes
3 known causesUnqualified Column Names in Joins
When joining multiple tables, selecting columns with identical names from different tables without specifying a table alias can lead to a duplicate attribute name in the result set.
Explicit Aliasing Conflict
An SQLScript explicitly assigns the same alias to two or more different columns within the same SELECT statement, resulting in a naming conflict for the projected attributes.
Duplicate Columns in SELECT List
The SELECT statement directly includes the same column multiple times without distinct aliases, causing the SQLScript engine to identify a duplicate attribute during compilation.
Solutions
3 solutions available1. Identify and Rename Duplicate Attribute in CDS View medium
Locate the CDS view causing the error and rename the duplicate attribute.
1
Identify the specific CDS view that is triggering the error. This usually requires analyzing the dump (ST22) or tracing the execution path. The error message might provide clues about the object name.
2
Open the identified CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) for Eclipse or SAP Business Application Studio.
3
Carefully examine the `SELECT` list and any associations within the CDS view. Look for instances where the same field or expression is aliased with the same name, either explicitly or implicitly (e.g., if two fields from different tables have the same name and are not aliased differently in the view).
Example of a potential duplicate:
@AbapCatalog.sqlViewName: 'MYVIEW'
@AbapCatalog.compiler.compareFilter: true
@AccessControl.authorizationCheck: #CHECK
@EndUserText.label: 'My View'
define view Z_MY_DUPLICATE_VIEW as select from my_table1 as t1
join my_table2 as t2 on t1.key = t2.key
{
t1.field1 as common_field,
t2.field2 as common_field, -- Duplicate attribute name
t1.field3
}
4
Rename one of the duplicate attributes to a unique name. This can be done by changing the alias in the `SELECT` list or by modifying the field name if it's a direct selection.
Corrected example:
@AbapCatalog.sqlViewName: 'MYVIEW'
@AbapCatalog.compiler.compareFilter: true
@AccessControl.authorizationCheck: #CHECK
@EndUserText.label: 'My View'
define view Z_MY_DUPLICATE_VIEW as select from my_table1 as t1
join my_table2 as t2 on t1.key = t2.key
{
t1.field1 as unique_field_from_t1,
t2.field2 as unique_field_from_t2, -- Renamed attribute
t1.field3
}
5
Save and activate the modified CDS view.
6
Redeploy or re-execute the application or report that was failing. The error should now be resolved.
2. Review and Correct SQL Script Definitions medium
Inspect custom SQL scripts or stored procedures for duplicate attribute names.
1
Identify the SQL script or stored procedure that is causing the error. This information can often be found in the application logs or error dumps.
2
Access the SQL script or stored procedure definition within your SAP S/4HANA system (e.g., using transaction SE38 for ABAP programs that call scripts, or specific tools for database procedures if applicable).
3
Examine the `SELECT` statements and any variable declarations within the script. Ensure that all selected columns and declared variables have unique names.
Example of a duplicate in a SQL script:
CREATE PROCEDURE MY_PROCEDURE ()
BEGIN
DECLARE my_value INT;
SELECT COUNT(*) INTO my_value FROM my_table1;
SELECT my_value AS result, COUNT(*) AS result FROM my_table2; -- Duplicate 'result' alias
END;
4
Rename the duplicate attribute names to be distinct. This might involve changing column aliases in `SELECT` statements or renaming local variables.
Corrected example:
CREATE PROCEDURE MY_PROCEDURE ()
BEGIN
DECLARE count_from_table1 INT;
SELECT COUNT(*) INTO count_from_table1 FROM my_table1;
SELECT count_from_table1 AS result_table1, COUNT(*) AS result_table2 FROM my_table2; -- Renamed aliases
END;
5
Save and activate the corrected SQL script or stored procedure.
6
Re-run the process or application that utilizes this script. The error should be resolved.
3. Utilize Explicit Aliases for Clarity easy
Consistently use explicit aliases for all selected fields, especially when joining tables.
1
When writing or modifying CDS views or SQL scripts, make it a practice to explicitly alias every selected field, even if the name is already unique.
Best practice example:
define view Z_CLEAR_VIEW as select from my_table1 as t1
join my_table2 as t2 on t1.key = t2.key
{
t1.field1 as t1_field1, -- Explicit alias
t2.field2 as t2_field2, -- Explicit alias
t1.field3 as t1_field3
}
2
This explicit aliasing prevents accidental name collisions, especially when tables with common field names are joined. It also improves code readability.
3
Apply this principle retroactively to existing code if you encounter this error frequently. Focus on areas with complex joins or multiple table selections.
4
After implementing explicit aliases, save and activate the relevant objects and test the application.