Error
Error Code:
336
SAP S/4HANA Error 336: Invalid SQL Default Value
Description
This error indicates that an attempt was made to define or assign a default value to a database column that is incompatible with the column's data type, existing constraints, or the database system's rules. It commonly arises during database table creation, alteration, or when inserting data into a table with default value definitions.
Error Message
Invalid default value
Known Causes
4 known causesData Type Mismatch
The specified default value's data type does not match the data type of the column it is assigned to, leading to an incompatibility.
Constraint Violation
The default value violates another defined constraint on the column, such as a NOT NULL, UNIQUE, or CHECK constraint.
Incorrect Syntax or Expression
The default value is defined using incorrect SQL syntax or an invalid expression that the database cannot parse or interpret.
Non-Permissible Value
The default value is not a constant or a valid function that the database system allows for a default constraint.
Solutions
3 solutions available1. Correcting Invalid Default Value in Table Definition medium
Identifies and corrects invalid default values directly within the table's SQL definition.
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Identify the specific table and column causing the 'Invalid default value' error. This often requires analyzing the SAP transport logs or system trace files to pinpoint the exact SQL statement that failed.
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Access the database directly using a SQL client (e.g., SAP HANA Studio, DBVISUAL, or command-line tools).
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Query the table's definition to inspect the default value of the problematic column. Replace `YOUR_TABLE_NAME` and `YOUR_COLUMN_NAME` with the actual names.
SELECT COLUMN_NAME, DEFAULT_VALUE FROM SYS.TABLE_COLUMNS WHERE TABLE_NAME = 'YOUR_TABLE_NAME' AND COLUMN_NAME = 'YOUR_COLUMN_NAME';4
Analyze the `DEFAULT_VALUE`. Common issues include: incorrect data type for the default value (e.g., string in a numeric column), invalid syntax for expressions, or unsupported functions. If the default value is a string, ensure it's enclosed in single quotes.
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Modify the table definition to correct the invalid default value. This is typically done by altering the table. The exact syntax depends on the database system (e.g., SAP HANA). **Caution:** Direct table modifications in a production S/4HANA system are highly discouraged. This should ideally be done in a development or test system and transported through the standard SAP landscape.
ALTER TABLE "YOUR_TABLE_NAME" ALTER ("YOUR_COLUMN_NAME" DEFAULT 'CorrectedValue'); -- Example for string, adjust for other data types6
If the invalid default value was introduced by a recent SAP transport or upgrade, consider reverting the transport/upgrade in a test environment and re-applying it after the default value has been corrected via the standard SAP development process (e.g., in SE11).
2. Reviewing and Correcting SAP Data Dictionary Definitions medium
Addresses the root cause by correcting the default value within the SAP Data Dictionary (SE11).
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Log in to your SAP S/4HANA system and navigate to transaction SE11 (ABAP Dictionary).
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Enter the name of the table that is causing the error and click 'Display'.
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Navigate to the 'Fields' tab and locate the specific column that has an invalid default value.
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Examine the 'Default Value' field for that column. Ensure the value is syntactically correct and compatible with the column's data type. For example, a string literal should be enclosed in single quotes.
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Correct the invalid default value. If the column is of type character, a valid default might be an empty string `''` or a specific character. For numeric types, it could be `0` or a specific number. For date/time types, it might be a specific function or literal.
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Save the changes to the table definition.
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Generate the corresponding database table again. This action will synchronize the SAP Data Dictionary definition with the underlying database. You might need to activate the table first, then use the 'Generate' button or appropriate transaction.
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If this change was part of a transport, ensure the transport is re-imported correctly after the correction. Consider deactivating and reactivating the table in the target system if issues persist.
3. Analyzing SAP Transport Logs for Default Value Issues medium
Provides a systematic approach to identify the source of invalid default values within SAP transports.
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Identify the SAP transport that is failing or has recently been imported, leading to error 336.
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Access transaction `STMS` (or `STMS_IMPORT` in newer versions) to view the import logs for the relevant transport request.
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Navigate to the import log of the failed transport. Look for entries related to table modifications or database object creation/changes.
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Search for specific error messages or warnings that precede or accompany the 'Invalid default value' error. These might provide clues about the problematic object (table, column) and the nature of the invalid default value.
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If the logs indicate a specific table and column, proceed to investigate that object using transaction SE11 as described in 'Reviewing and Correcting SAP Data Dictionary Definitions'.
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If the transport involves custom development, review the development objects (e.g., ABAP programs, function modules) that interact with the database table to understand how the default value might have been incorrectly specified.
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For standard SAP transports, if the issue persists after re-importing, it might indicate a bug in the SAP release. Consult SAP Notes or contact SAP Support. Sometimes, a manual intervention might be required in the database as a temporary workaround, but this should be done with extreme caution and SAP's guidance.