How To Fix DD_MT_SHARING016 - A content separation condition must be specified for the sharing type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_MT_SHARING - DDIC Multi Tenancy Sharing: Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: A content separation condition must be specified for the sharing type

What causes this issue?

Sharing Type W - a normalized where condition:
- a normalized where condition must contain at least one line
- each line must only use key fields of the table (and each key field
only once)
- the same set of key fields must be used in all lines
- the operator must be allowed (currently, 'LIKE' and '=')
- when LIKE is used, the value must contain a wildcard ('%' or '_')

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

Sharing Type T/S - free style where condition in HANA SQL:
- a syntactically correct HANA where condition (native SQL)

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_MT_SHARING016 - A content separation condition must be specified for the sharing type ?

  The SAP error message DD_MT_SHARING016 indicates that a content separation condition must be specified for the sharing type in the context of data modeling or configuration in SAP. This error typically arises when you are trying to define a sharing type for a data object, but the necessary conditions for content separation have not been defined.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Content Separation Condition: The sharing type you are trying to configure requires a content separation condition, but it has not been specified.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the sharing type may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the requirement for a content separation condition not being met.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues in the data model that prevent the system from recognizing the necessary conditions for sharing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Define Content Separation Condition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP where you can define the sharing type.
  Specify the required content separation condition for the sharing type. This may involve setting parameters that dictate how data is shared or separated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the sharing type to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the sharing type is correctly linked to the relevant data objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with. This can provide insights into the required settings for content separation conditions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the sharing type functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a colleague who has experience with the specific module or configuration you are working on.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring sharing types.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training Materials: If available, review training materials or courses related to data modeling and sharing types in SAP to gain a better understanding of the requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.