How To Fix FAGL_HDB_GENERATION018 - Calculation view &1 deleted successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_HDB_GENERATION - Generation of HDB Objects for ERP Accelerators

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Calculation view &1 deleted successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_HDB_GENERATION018 - Calculation view &1 deleted successfully ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_HDB_GENERATION018 indicates that a calculation view has been deleted successfully. This message is not necessarily an error in the traditional sense; rather, it is an informational message that confirms the successful deletion of a calculation view in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly related to the General Ledger (G/L) and the use of HANA database views.
  Cause:
  The message is triggered when a user or a process deletes a calculation view from the SAP HANA database. This could happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The calculation view is no longer needed.
  The view was replaced by a new version or a different view.
  A cleanup or maintenance operation was performed.
  
  Solution:
  Since this message indicates a successful deletion, there is no immediate action required unless the deletion was unintentional. If the deletion was not intended, you may consider the following steps:
  
  Restore the Calculation View: If you have a backup or if the view can be recreated, you can restore it.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that no other objects depend on the deleted calculation view. If there are dependencies, you may need to address those.
  Review Change Logs: If you have access to change logs, review them to understand who deleted the view and why.
  Recreate the View: If necessary, recreate the calculation view using the same logic and definitions as before.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HANA Calculation Views: These are database objects that allow you to define complex queries and data transformations in the HANA database.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or HANA Studio for managing database objects.
  Authorization: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to create, modify, or delete calculation views to prevent accidental deletions.
  Documentation: Maintain documentation for all calculation views, including their purpose and dependencies, to facilitate better management and understanding of the data model.
  
  If you encounter this message and it leads to issues in your reporting or data processing, it may be necessary to investigate further to ensure that the deletion does not impact your business processes.