How To Fix >9020 - View was activated/deactivated - adjust the field assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >9 - Messages for TAS

• Message number: 020

• Message text: View was activated/deactivated - adjust the field assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >9020 - View was activated/deactivated - adjust the field assignment ?

  The SAP error message "9020 View was activated/deactivated - adjust the field assignment" typically occurs when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the field assignments of a database view or when a view has been activated or deactivated in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This can happen during the development or modification of database views, especially when changes are made to the underlying tables or fields.
  Cause:
  
  Field Mismatch: The fields defined in the view do not match the fields in the underlying tables. This can happen if fields were added, removed, or renamed in the underlying tables.
  View Activation: If a view is activated or deactivated, it may lead to inconsistencies in the field assignments.
  Data Dictionary Changes: Changes in the Data Dictionary (like adding or modifying fields) that are not reflected in the view can cause this error.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from one system to another without the corresponding changes in the underlying tables, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Field Assignments:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Open the view that is causing the error.
  Check the field assignments and ensure that they match the fields in the underlying tables.
  Make necessary adjustments to the field assignments.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the View:
  
  After making the adjustments, try to activate the view again.
  If the view activates successfully, the error should be resolved.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like tables, other views, etc.) are also correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all related objects are included in the transport request and that they are correctly imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or change logs related to the modifications made to the tables or views to understand what changes might have led to the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility (for checking database objects)
  SE80: Object Navigator (for viewing and managing various objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the activation process to identify the exact cause of the error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your views are correctly defined and activated in SAP.