How To Fix MC782 - Selection conditions for view & are not consistent with database view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 782

• Message text: Selection conditions for view & are not consistent with database view

What causes this issue?

The selection conditions of the view definition in the ABAP/4
Dictionary differs from those of the view definition in the database.
This inconsistency can have been caused by the selection conditions of
the view in the ABAP/4 Dictionary having been changed after the view
was created in 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?

Convert the view using the database utility (SE14).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC782 - Selection conditions for view & are not consistent with database view ?

  The SAP error message MC782 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the selection conditions defined in a view and the underlying database view. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Logistics modules, particularly when working with reports or queries that involve data selection.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Selection Conditions: The selection conditions defined in the SAP view do not match the fields or data types in the underlying database view.
  Changes in Database Structure: If the database structure has been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed), the selection conditions may no longer be valid.
  Data Type Mismatches: If the data types of the fields in the selection conditions do not match those in the database view, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Missing Fields: If the selection conditions reference fields that do not exist in the database view, this will trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MC782 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Conditions:
  
  Go to the transaction code where the error occurs (e.g., MC.9, MC.1, etc.).
  Review the selection conditions defined for the view. Ensure that all fields referenced in the selection conditions exist in the underlying database view.
  
  
  
  Verify Database View:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the database view that the SAP view is based on.
  Compare the fields in the database view with those in the selection conditions to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Conditions:
  
  If you find any fields that are no longer valid or have been changed, update the selection conditions accordingly.
  Remove or modify any conditions that reference non-existent fields.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes were made to the database structure or selection conditions, ensure that these changes are transported to the relevant environments (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or view to see if there are any known issues or updates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the view again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for debugging.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to the error message MC782.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the MC782 error in SAP.