How To Fix MC402 - View & is not created at database level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 402

• Message text: View & is not created at database level

What causes this issue?

The view was not yet created on the database.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Create the view using the database utility.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC402 - View & is not created at database level ?

  The SAP error message MC402, which states "View & is not created at database level," typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with the Material Master or related views. This error indicates that a specific database view that is expected to be present is missing or has not been created.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Database View: The database view that the system is trying to access has not been created. This can happen if the view was not generated during the initial setup or if there was an error during the creation process.
  Transport Issues: If the view was supposed to be transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the view, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to the view not being created or recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check View Creation:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the view exists. If it does not, you may need to create it manually or regenerate it.
  If the view is missing, you can try to regenerate it using transaction code SE14 (Database Utility) or SE11.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the view was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  Ensure that the transport request containing the view is released and imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the Material Master and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Check if any recent changes were made to the configuration that could have affected the view.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the database to ensure that all views and tables are correctly set up. This can be done using transaction SE14.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Material Management and database views for more detailed information.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.