How To Fix B1236 - Model view & must not be defined in your own system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Model view & must not be defined in your own system

What causes this issue?

The model view &V1& is maintained in system &V2&. The model view is
transported or distributed from this system to other systems.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Log on to system &V2& and maintain the model view &V1& there.
Distribute the model view again so that it is also sent to your local
system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1236 - Model view & must not be defined in your own system ?

  The SAP error message B1236, which states "Model view & must not be defined in your own system," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Information Warehouse (BW) or when dealing with data modeling in SAP systems. This error indicates that there is a conflict with the model view definition, which is likely due to the model view being defined in the system where it should not be.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Model View: The model view you are trying to create or use already exists in the system or is defined in a way that conflicts with existing definitions.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or conflicts in the model views.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings or parameters in the system can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise due to insufficient authorizations to access or modify the model view.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Model Views: Verify if the model view already exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and checking the model views defined.
  Delete or Modify Conflicting Views: If a conflicting model view exists, consider deleting or modifying it if it is not needed or if it can be adjusted to avoid the conflict.
  Review Transport Requests: If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that there are no conflicts or issues with the objects being transported.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify model views. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error code in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for BW, where you can manage model views.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.