How To Fix SDRPLI254 - External view & does not exist as active version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDRPLI - For DDIC Replications

• Message number: 254

• Message text: External view & does not exist as active version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDRPLI254 - External view & does not exist as active version ?

  The SAP error message SDRPLI254 indicates that an external view does not exist as an active version in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics and Supply Chain Management modules, particularly when dealing with external views in the context of data integration or master data management.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Version: The external view you are trying to access is not active. This can happen if the view has been created but not activated or if it has been deactivated.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the external view may not have been set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing it as an active version.
  Transport Issues: If the external view was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external view.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the External View:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary or SE80 for Object Navigator).
  Locate the external view in question.
  Check if it is active. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the external view is properly configured in the system.
  Verify that all necessary settings and dependencies are in place.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the view was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully.
  Check the transport logs for any errors and re-transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the external view.
  Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific external view you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message SDRPLI254.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for debugging.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.