How To Fix SEDD_XVIEW001 - External View &1 of Version &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEDD_XVIEW - Messages for Handling of External Views

• Message number: 001

• 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 SEDD_XVIEW001 - External View &1 of Version &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SEDD_XVIEW001 indicates that an external view specified in your request does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Services or when working with external views in the SAP HANA environment.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent External View: The external view you are trying to access or reference does not exist in the specified version.
  Incorrect Version: The version number provided may be incorrect or the view may not have been activated in the specified version.
  Transport Issues: If the external view was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the external view.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Existence: Check if the external view exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in the SAP HANA studio or using transaction codes related to Data Services.
  Check Version: Ensure that you are referencing the correct version of the external view. If necessary, check the version history to confirm its existence.
  Activate the View: If the view exists but is not activated, activate it in the relevant environment.
  Transport Check: If the view was recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that the view is available in the target system.
  Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the external view. You may need to check roles and permissions.
  Recreate the View: If the view is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the original definition.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Data Services or HANA for more details on managing external views.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.