How To Fix A4005 - Audit information structure &1: View &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: A4 - Audit Information System

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Audit information structure &1: View &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message A4005 - Audit information structure &1: View &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message A4005 indicates that there is an issue with an audit information structure, specifically that a required view does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's audit management or reporting functionalities, where certain views are expected to be present for the system to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing View: The primary cause of this error is that the specified view (in this case, &2) does not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  The view was never created.
  The view was deleted or not properly activated.
  There is a typo or incorrect naming in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The audit information structure (&1) may not be correctly configured, leading to the system looking for a view that is not set up.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the view may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check View Existence: 
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the view exists. Enter the name of the view (&2) and see if it is present.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Recreate the View: If the view is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can involve:
  
  Using the appropriate data dictionary tools to define the view.
  Ensuring that all necessary tables and fields are included in the view definition.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings for the audit information structure (&1) to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Make sure that all dependencies and related objects are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. If not, you may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific audit information structure and view to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) may be useful for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Audit Management: Familiarize yourself with the audit management module in SAP, as understanding its structure and requirements can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.