How To Fix MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG021 - Generation not possible; no fields maintained for view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG - MDG Analytical CDS Configuration

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Generation not possible; no fields maintained for view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG021 - Generation not possible; no fields maintained for view ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG021 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Master Data Governance (MDG) system, specifically related to the generation of a view. The message states that the generation is not possible because no fields have been maintained for the view in question.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  No Fields Defined: The view you are trying to generate does not have any fields defined. This can happen if the configuration for the view was not completed or if the fields were inadvertently removed.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the view may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of fields.
  
  
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model that prevent the view from being generated properly.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check View Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration transaction (usually MDGIMG or SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where the view is defined.
  Ensure that the fields for the view are properly maintained. If no fields are defined, you will need to add the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check the data model associated with the view to ensure that it is correctly defined and that all necessary fields are included.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the transport.
  
  
  
  Re-generate the View:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to regenerate the view. This can usually be done through the same configuration transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG configuration for any specific instructions or known issues related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the view is generated correctly and that it functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for guidance on configuring views and data models.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.