How To Fix MC880 - INHERIT from gen. &, view &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 880

• Message text: INHERIT from gen. &, view &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC880 - INHERIT from gen. &, view & ?

  The SAP error message MC880 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of the InfoObject or the characteristics in the context of the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environment. The message "INHERIT from gen. &, view &" suggests that there is a problem with the inheritance of attributes or settings from a general object or view.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject or characteristic may not be properly configured, leading to issues with inheritance.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing views or incorrect relationships between objects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise due to insufficient authorizations to access the required objects or views.
  Transport Issues: If the objects were transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies or missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the InfoObject or characteristic in question. Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings are correctly defined.
  Validate Data Model: Check the data model for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all views and relationships are correctly set up.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject and its related views.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  Recreate or Adjust Views: If the views are corrupted or incorrectly set up, consider recreating them or adjusting their settings to ensure proper inheritance.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW/BI Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW/BI to understand the configuration and inheritance mechanisms better.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the MC880 error message in your SAP environment.