How To Fix RS2HANA_VIEW019 - External SAP HANA view exists for BW object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_VIEW - HANA Views for BW Objects

• Message number: 019

• Message text: External SAP HANA view exists for BW object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW019 - External SAP HANA view exists for BW object &1 ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW019 indicates that there is an external SAP HANA view that already exists for a BW (Business Warehouse) object. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or activate a BW object that is intended to generate a corresponding HANA view, but a view with the same name already exists in the HANA database.
  Cause:
  
  Existing HANA View: The primary cause of this error is that a HANA view with the same name as the BW object you are trying to create already exists in the HANA database.
  Naming Conflicts: This can happen if the BW object was previously created or if there was an attempt to create it that did not complete successfully.
  Manual Changes: If someone manually created or modified the HANA view outside of the BW system, it could lead to this conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Views:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or HANA Database Explorer to check if the view already exists. You can run a query to list the views in the relevant schema.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename the Existing View:
  
  If the existing view is not needed, you can delete it. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect other processes or reports that rely on that view.
  If the view is needed, consider renaming it or modifying it to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Recreate the BW Object:
  
  After resolving the conflict with the existing HANA view, you can attempt to recreate or activate the BW object again.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the existing view that might be affected by its deletion or modification.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BW object and HANA views for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  BW and HANA Integration: Understanding the integration between BW and HANA is crucial, as it can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that your BW and HANA versions are compatible, as discrepancies can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.