How To Fix SDRPLI012 - View &: Metadata could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDRPLI - For DDIC Replications

• Message number: 012

• Message text: View &: Metadata could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDRPLI012 - View &: Metadata could not be read ?

  The SAP error message SDRPLI012 indicates that the system is unable to read the metadata for a specific view. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP Business Warehouse (BW), SAP HANA, or other SAP applications that rely on metadata for data processing and reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Corrupted Metadata: The metadata for the view may be missing or corrupted, preventing the system from accessing the necessary information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access the metadata for the view.
  Transport Issues: If the view was recently transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in incomplete or missing metadata.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the metadata from being read correctly.
  Database Connectivity Issues: Problems with the database connection can also lead to this error, especially if the metadata is stored in a database that is not accessible.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata: Verify that the metadata for the view exists and is not corrupted. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view and its metadata. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Recreate the View: If the metadata is corrupted, consider recreating the view. This may involve deleting the existing view and creating a new one with the same specifications.
  Transport Check: If the view was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the view or manually adjust the metadata in the target system.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings related to the database or the specific SAP application you are using.
  Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues. You can test the database connection from the SAP system to confirm it is working properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide detailed troubleshooting steps and solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose the issue.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.