How To Fix R8424 - The extraction view &1 of DataSource &2 has the wrong type

R8424 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 424

• Message text: The extraction view &1 of DataSource &2 has the wrong type

What causes this issue?

You want to use view &v1& to extract data. However, this view is of the
wrong type. Only transparent tables and database views are permitted as
extraction views.

System Response

The DataSource cannot be saved like this.

How to fix this error?

Use a different view to extract the data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8424 - The extraction view &1 of DataSource &2 has the wrong type ?

  The SAP error message R8424 indicates that there is a mismatch in the data types between the extraction view and the DataSource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This typically occurs when the structure of the extraction view does not match the expected structure defined in the DataSource.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The fields in the extraction view may have different data types or lengths compared to those defined in the DataSource.
  Changes in DataSource: If the DataSource was modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or changed) after the extraction view was created, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata in the DataSource and the extraction view may not be synchronized, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types and lengths of the fields in both the extraction view and the DataSource. Ensure they match exactly.
  Recreate Extraction View: If the extraction view is outdated or has been modified, consider recreating it to align