How To Fix RS2HANA_VIEW188 - External SAP HANA view: Dependency cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_VIEW - HANA Views for BW Objects

• Message number: 188

• Message text: External SAP HANA view: Dependency cannot be created

What causes this issue?

Dependency does not exist and cannot be created.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create the dependency by setting "Only values in InfoProvider" for the
"filter value selection" option in Query Designer.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW188 - External SAP HANA view: Dependency cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW188, which states "External SAP HANA view: Dependency cannot be created," typically occurs when there is an issue with the creation or management of dependencies for an external SAP HANA view in the context of SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The external HANA view may not have the correct metadata or may be missing required fields.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies in the data model that prevent the dependency from being established.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or manage dependencies for the HANA view.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the HANA database or the connection between SAP BW and HANA.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the versions of SAP BW and HANA being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata: Ensure that the metadata for the external HANA view is complete and correct. Verify that all required fields are present and correctly defined.
  Review Data Model: Check the data model for inconsistencies. Make sure that all objects referenced by the HANA view are correctly defined and available.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create dependencies for the HANA view. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Technical Troubleshooting: Investigate any technical issues with the HANA database or the connection. This may involve checking logs, database health, and connectivity.
  Update Software: Ensure that both SAP BW and HANA are updated to compatible versions. Check for any patches or updates that may resolve known issues.
  Recreate the View: If the issue persists, consider recreating the external HANA view to ensure that it is correctly defined.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidance on creating and managing external HANA views in SAP BW/4HANA.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.