How To Fix DDLS118 - Generic view cannot be set up; error while reading the A version

DDLS118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Generic view cannot be set up; error while reading the A version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS118 - Generic view cannot be set up; error while reading the A version ?

  The SAP error message DDLS118 indicates that there is an issue with setting up a generic view due to an error encountered while reading the A version of the view. This error typically arises in the context of database views or when working with the Data Dictionary in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Database Table Issues: The underlying database tables or structures may have inconsistencies or may not exist.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the underlying objects.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Corrupted Objects: The view or its components may be corrupted or not properly defined.
  Version Conflicts: There may be conflicts between different versions of the view or its components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Tables: Verify that all underlying tables and structures referenced by the view exist and are correctly defined.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations