How To Fix RS2HANA_VIEW147 - &1: External SAP HANA view for MD with hierarchy not in repository

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_VIEW - HANA Views for BW Objects

• Message number: 147

• Message text: &1: External SAP HANA view for MD with hierarchy not in repository

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW147 - &1: External SAP HANA view for MD with hierarchy not in repository ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW147 typically indicates that there is an issue with an external SAP HANA view related to a Master Data (MD) object that includes a hierarchy, and it is not found in the repository. This can occur in scenarios where the system is trying to access a HANA view that is expected to be available but is either missing or not properly registered in the HANA repository.
  Causes:
  
  Missing HANA View: The specific HANA view that the system is trying to access does not exist in the HANA database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the HANA view might be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate it.
  Transport Issues: If the HANA view was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process trying to access the view may not have the necessary permissions to view or execute the HANA view.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the SAP system and the HANA database, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check HANA View Existence: Verify that the HANA view exists in the HANA database. You can do this by using HANA Studio or any SQL client connected to the HANA database.
  Recreate or Activate the View: If the view is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it exists but is not active.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the Master Data object and ensure that the HANA view is correctly referenced.
  Transport Validation: If the view was transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful. You may need to re-transport the object.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the HANA view. You may need to adjust roles or permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system and HANA database for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  HANA Studio: Use HANA Studio to monitor and manage HANA views, including checking for errors or issues with the views.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.