How To Fix MDG_CDS_GENERATE016 - Analytical View &1 needs to be checked and regenerated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_CDS_GENERATE - Messages for CDS View Generation

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Analytical View &1 needs to be checked and regenerated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_CDS_GENERATE016 - Analytical View &1 needs to be checked and regenerated ?

  The SAP error message MDG_CDS_GENERATE016 indicates that an Analytical View in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system needs to be checked and regenerated. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or issues with the Core Data Services (CDS) views that are used for analytical purposes in SAP MDG.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Underlying Data Model: If there have been changes to the underlying data model (like changes in tables, fields, or relationships), the CDS views may become outdated or invalid.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS views were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and there were issues during the transport, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Missing Dependencies: The analytical view may depend on other views or objects that are missing or not activated.
  System Upgrades or Patches: After an upgrade or patch, some CDS views may need to be regenerated to align with the new system version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Analytical View:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to locate the specific Analytical View mentioned in the error message.
  Check for any inconsistencies or issues in the view definition.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the CDS View:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 or SE80 to open the CDS view.
  Activate the view to regenerate it. This can often resolve issues related to outdated definitions.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like tables, other views, etc.) are active and correctly defined.
  If there are any missing dependencies, resolve those first.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Re-transport the affected objects if necessary.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, consider running a system check or consistency check to identify any other underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any specific guidance related to the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  MDG Configuration: Review the configuration settings in MDG to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the analytical views.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDG_CDS_GENERATE016 error and ensure that your analytical views are functioning correctly.