How To Fix MC723 - View & could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 723

• Message text: View & could not be read

What causes this issue?

The specified view could not be read. Probably the view does not exist
in the ABAP/4 Dictionary.

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?

Check the name of the view.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC723 - View & could not be read ?

  The SAP error message MC723, which states "View & could not be read," typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) or Controlling (CO) modules when the system is unable to access a specific database view. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the view.
  View Not Defined: The view may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database, such as corruption or connectivity problems.
  Transport Issues: If the view was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  
  
  Verify View Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the view exists. If it does not, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  Database Check: If you suspect database issues, check the database logs for any errors. You may need to work with your database administrator to resolve any underlying issues.
  
  
  Transport Logs: If the view was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors that may have occurred during the transport process. You may need to re-transport the object.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the view in question. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  System Restart: In some cases, a simple restart of the SAP system may resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SU53 (Authorization Check), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.