How To Fix MDG_HDB_SEARCH018 - Search view is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_HDB_SEARCH -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Search view is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_HDB_SEARCH018 - Search view is invalid ?

  The SAP error message MDG_HDB_SEARCH018 indicates that a search view is invalid in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises when there are issues with the underlying database views that are used for search functionalities in MDG.
  Causes:
  
  Database View Issues: The search view may not have been properly created or activated in the database. This can happen due to changes in the underlying data model or if the view was deleted or modified.
  Transport Issues: If the search view was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the MDG application or the underlying data model can lead to inconsistencies in the search views.
  Database Connectivity: Issues with the database connection or the database itself can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Recreate or Activate the Search View:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check the status of the search view.
  If the view is not active, try to activate it. If it does not exist, you may need to recreate it based on the specifications.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the MDG application to ensure that they are correct and that all necessary components are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Ensure that the database is running correctly and that there are no connectivity issues. You may want to check the database logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can try to debug the search functionality to identify where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for MDG for more details on search views and their configuration.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have a support contract, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MDG_HDB_SEARCH018 error message.