How To Fix RS2HANA_VIEW111 - External SAP HANA view flag not set for query '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_VIEW - HANA Views for BW Objects

• Message number: 111

• Message text: External SAP HANA view flag not set for query '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW111 - External SAP HANA view flag not set for query '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW111 indicates that there is an issue with an external SAP HANA view not being properly flagged for a query. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access HANA views that are expected to be used in a certain way but are not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing External View Flag: The HANA view that you are trying to access is not marked as an external view in the SAP BW system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The HANA view may not be properly configured in the BW system, leading to the system not recognizing it as an external view.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the HANA view correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the versions of the BW and HANA systems, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RS2HANA_VIEW111 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check HANA View Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the HANA view is correctly defined and activated in the HANA studio.
  Verify that the view is marked as an external view in the BW system. You can do this by checking the properties of the view in the BW modeling tools.
  
  
  
  Set External View Flag:
  
  If the view is not marked as an external view, you may need to set this flag. This can typically be done in the BW modeling tools by editing the properties of the HANA view.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the HANA View:
  
  Sometimes, simply reactivating the HANA view in the HANA studio can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the HANA view.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Make sure that both the BW and HANA systems are up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this can resolve compatibility issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your version of SAP BW and HANA.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW on HANA and HANA modeling to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RS2HANA_VIEW111 error in your SAP environment.