How To Fix ADT_DATAPREVIEW_MSG014 - Cannot retrieve meta data - &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ADT_DATAPREVIEW_MSG - Messsage Class for data preview

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Cannot retrieve meta data - &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ADT_DATAPREVIEW_MSG014 - Cannot retrieve meta data - &1 ?

  The SAP error message ADT_DATAPREVIEW_MSG014 with the description "Cannot retrieve meta data - &1" typically occurs in the context of the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) when there is an issue retrieving metadata for a specific object or data source. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with data previews in the ABAP Development Tools for Eclipse.
  Causes:
  
  Object Not Found: The specified object or data source may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata of the specified object.
  Connection Issues: There may be connectivity issues between the ADT and the SAP backend system, leading to failure in retrieving metadata.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent metadata from being accessed.
  Data Source Issues: The data source might be incorrectly defined or not properly activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object or data source specified in the error message exists in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust authorizations if needed.
  Test Connection: Verify the connection between the ADT and the SAP backend system. Ensure that the connection is active and that there are no network issues.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for metadata retrieval.
  Recreate or Activate Data Source: If the data source is not properly defined, consider recreating it or activating it if it is in an inactive state.
  Check for System Updates: Sometimes, system updates or patches may resolve underlying issues. Ensure that your SAP system is up to date.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) or traces to gather more information about the error and its context.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.