How To Fix CNV_DMC_VM009 - A view with ident &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_VM - S/4 Migration: Texts for View Management

• Message number: 009

• Message text: A view with ident &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_VM009 - A view with ident &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_VM009 indicates that a view with the specified identifier (denoted as &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing View: The most straightforward cause is that the view you are trying to access or reference has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may be pointing to an incorrect or outdated view identifier.
  Transport Issues: If the view was supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production), it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations might prevent the system from accessing the view, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check View Existence: Verify if the view with the specified identifier exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to search for the view.
  Recreate the View: If the view does not exist, you may need to recreate it. This could involve running a specific migration or configuration transaction that generates the necessary views.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the migration cockpit or related tools to ensure that they are pointing to the correct view identifiers.
  Transport Check: If the view was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the view is present in the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access the view. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are working on, as there may be additional steps or prerequisites.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.