How To Fix MDG_ANLY_SOURCES321 - Wrong format of MDG Hana Search View Locator &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANLY_SOURCES - Messages for MDG Analytics sources

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Wrong format of MDG Hana Search View Locator &1

What causes this issue?

The MDG Hana Search View locator has a wrong format

System Response

The generation process was stopped

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid MDG HANA Search View locator.
The locator of the HANA attribute search view, that will be used as a
basis for the generation of the calculation views, must adhere to a
specific format. This format contains the package and the name seperated
by "/". The name must not contain "_Reuse".
Sample locator format: tmp.mdg.material/MDGM_MM_ORGS

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES321 - Wrong format of MDG Hana Search View Locator &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES321 indicates that there is a problem with the format of the MDG (Master Data Governance) HANA Search View Locator. This error typically arises when the system is unable to locate or interpret the search view correctly due to an incorrect format or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Search View Name: The search view locator might be referencing a search view that does not exist or is incorrectly named.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the MDG system, particularly related to the HANA database or the search views.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types expected by the search view may not match the data types being provided.
  Transport Issues: If the search view was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Search View Name: Check the name of the search view being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it exists in the HANA database and is correctly spelled.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the MDG system to ensure that the search views are properly defined and activated.
  Data Type Validation: Ensure that the data types being used in the search view match the expected data types. This may involve checking the underlying tables and fields.
  Recreate or Activate Search View: If the search view is missing or not activated, you may need to recreate it or activate it in the HANA database.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and HANA search views for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration Guide: Review the MDG configuration guide for best practices on setting up and managing search views.
  HANA Database Administration: Familiarize yourself with HANA database administration tools to help diagnose and resolve issues related to search views.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.