How To Fix E2321 - View & is incorrect (CREATE statement cannot be generated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 321

• Message text: View & is incorrect (CREATE statement cannot be generated)

What causes this issue?

The function <LS>CREATE statement</> shows which SQL statements were
executed when the view was created on the database.
The view you are editing is incorrect. The view definition in the
ABAP/4 Dictionary therefore cannot be used to create the view on the
database.

System Response

The selected function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Using the function <LS>Check</>, determine the errors and correct them.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2321 - View & is incorrect (CREATE statement cannot be generated) ?

  The SAP error message E2321, which states "View & is incorrect (CREATE statement cannot be generated)," typically occurs when there is an issue with a database view in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including inconsistencies in the view definition, missing or incorrect database objects, or issues with the underlying tables.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent View Definition: The view may reference tables or fields that do not exist or have been changed.
  Missing Database Objects: If the underlying tables or fields that the view is based on have been deleted or renamed, the view will become invalid.
  Incorrect Join Conditions: If the join conditions in the view are not valid, it can lead to this error.
  Database Permissions: Lack of necessary permissions to access the underlying tables can also cause this error.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from another system and there were issues during the transport, it may not be correctly defined in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check View Definition: Go to the view definition in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and verify that all referenced tables and fields exist and are correctly defined.
  Recreate the View: If the view is found to be incorrect, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by deleting the existing view and creating a new one with the correct definitions.
  Check for Missing Objects: Ensure that all underlying tables and fields are present in the database. If any are missing, you may need to restore them or adjust the view accordingly.
  Review Join Conditions: Make sure that the join conditions in the view are valid and that they reference existing fields.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the underlying tables.
  Transport Check: If the view was transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all dependent objects were also transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction SE11 to view and edit the database view definition.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Database Tools: If you have access to database tools, you can also check the database directly for any inconsistencies or issues with the underlying tables.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the E2321 error in your SAP system.