How To Fix MDG_HDB_SEARCH047 - Search view still in use; delete the search configurations first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_HDB_SEARCH -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Search view still in use; delete the search configurations first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_HDB_SEARCH047 - Search view still in use; delete the search configurations first ?

  The SAP error message MDG_HDB_SEARCH047 indicates that you are trying to delete a search view that is still in use by existing search configurations in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to remove a search view without first ensuring that it is no longer referenced by any search configurations.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the search view you are trying to delete is linked to one or more search configurations. SAP MDG requires that all dependencies be removed before a search view can be deleted. This is a safeguard to prevent accidental loss of functionality in the search capabilities of the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Search Configurations:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration area where search views and configurations are managed.
  Look for the search configurations that are using the search view you want to delete. This can typically be done through transaction codes like MDGIMG or by navigating through the relevant configuration paths in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Search Configurations:
  
  Once you have identified the search configurations that reference the search view, you can either delete these configurations or modify them to remove the dependency on the search view.
  If you choose to delete the configurations, ensure that this action does not impact any business processes that rely on them.
  
  
  
  Delete the Search View:
  
  After all dependencies have been removed, you can now proceed to delete the search view without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  It’s a good practice to check for any other dependencies or references to the search view in other areas of the system to ensure a clean deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary objects, and SE80 for object navigation.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand the implications of deleting search views and configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, it’s advisable to test the search functionality to ensure that everything is working as expected and that no critical configurations were inadvertently removed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDG_HDB_SEARCH047 error and successfully manage your search views and configurations in SAP MDG.