Quick Answer
Table or view does not exist
Understanding the Issue
This error occurs when referencing a database object that doesn't exist, or when the user lacks permissions to access it.
The Problem
This code demonstrates the issue:
Sql
Error
-- Problem: Invalid table reference
-- SELECT * FROM non_existent_table;
The Solution
Here's the corrected code:
Sql
Fixed
-- Solution 1: Check object name spelling
-- SELECT * FROM user_objects WHERE object_name LIKE '%TABLE%';
-- Solution 2: Verify schema prefix
-- SELECT * FROM schema_name.table_name;
-- Solution 3: Check permissions
-- SELECT * FROM user_tab_privs WHERE table_name = 'TABLE_NAME';
-- Solution 4: Create missing object
-- CREATE TABLE table_name (...);
Key Takeaways
Verify object names and permissions before accessing.