How To Fix SDDIC_XVIEW_TEST002 - External View &1 of Version &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_XVIEW_TEST - Messages for Testing of External View Tooling

• Message number: 002

• Message text: External View &1 of Version &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_XVIEW_TEST002 - External View &1 of Version &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_XVIEW_TEST002 indicates that an external view specified in your request does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Data Dictionary or when working with external views in SAP HANA or other database systems.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent External View: The external view you are trying to access or reference does not exist in the database or has not been created.
  Incorrect Version: The version specified in the error message may not match any existing versions of the external view.
  Transport Issues: If the external view was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external view.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existence: Verify that the external view exists in the database. You can do this by checking the relevant database schema or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) in SAP.
  Check Version: Ensure that you are referencing the correct version of the external view. If you are unsure, check the available versions in the system.
  Recreate the View: If the view does not exist, you may need to create it again. This could involve defining the view in the Data Dictionary or using the appropriate SQL commands in the database.
  Transport Check: If the view was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the external view. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  System Consistency: If you suspect that the system is inconsistent, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE80 (Object Navigator) to manage and troubleshoot views.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to external views and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on external views and their management to ensure you are following best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.