Error
Error Code:
391
SAP S/4HANA Error 391: Invalidated Database View
Description
This error occurs in SAP S/4HANA when the system attempts to access a database view that has become invalid or unusable. It typically indicates that the definition of the view no longer aligns with its underlying tables or that necessary access permissions are missing.
Error Message
ERR_SQL_INV_USABLE_VIEW
Known Causes
3 known causesUnderlying Table Modification
The structure or definition of one or more tables used by the view has been altered (e.g., column added, removed, or data type changed), invalidating the view's definition.
Insufficient User Permissions
The user or system process attempting to access the view lacks the necessary SELECT privileges on the view itself or its underlying tables.
Incorrect View Definition
The view was created with syntax errors or references objects that no longer exist, causing its definition to be inherently invalid and unusable.
Solutions
Coming SoonGeneral Troubleshooting Tips
- Check the error message carefully for specific details
- Review recent changes that might have caused the error
- Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
- Check log files for additional context
- Try restarting the application or service