How To Fix MDG_HDB_SEARCH037 - Search view &1 does not exist in SAP HANA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_HDB_SEARCH -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Search view &1 does not exist in SAP HANA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_HDB_SEARCH037 - Search view &1 does not exist in SAP HANA ?

  The SAP error message MDG_HDB_SEARCH037 indicates that a search view specified in the system does not exist in the SAP HANA database. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when the system attempts to access a search view that has not been created or is not available in the HANA database.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Search View: The specified search view has not been created in the HANA database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in MDG may reference a search view that is not correctly defined or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the search view was supposed to be transported from another system, the transport may not have been executed successfully.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the HANA database, leading to the inability to access the search view.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Search View Existence:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or HANA Database Explorer to check if the search view exists in the database.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or regenerate it.
  
  
  
  Regenerate Search Views:
  
  In the MDG system, you can regenerate the search views. This can typically be done through the MDG customizing transaction (e.g., MDGIMG).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration for search views and regenerate them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the MDG configuration settings to ensure that the search view is correctly defined and that there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the search view was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary objects are included.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that the connection to the HANA database is functioning correctly. Check for any connectivity issues or errors in the database logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and HANA for any specific instructions or known issues regarding search views.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Customizing: Familiarize yourself with the MDG customizing settings related to search views and how they interact with the HANA database.
  HANA Database Management: Understanding how to manage and create views in HANA can be beneficial for resolving similar issues in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.