As odd as it may be, I am able to create tables using the method you describe, and i'm able to upload tables as well - that is not really my issue.  My issue lies with creating the tables with hive.  I want to be able to write a query that creates a table instead of creating one using the the database screen.     For example, if I go to compose and I write: CREATE TABLE temp_drivers (col_value STRING) the table is created, I know this because I can see it when I run SHOW TABLES.  But it does not show itself alongside the other tables that were created in the database using the GUI on the database screen.      ... View more

has there been any resolution?  I am in a similar situation.  This has been an ongoing issue with the hortonworks sandbox that has spanned a couple of computers and works fine on another and I have no idea as for why.  I followed as many different offerings for fixes like checking the hive event listeners and everything seems to be in order.   Any help would be appreciated.  ... View more