How To Fix SEDD_XVIEW004 - Properties of External View &1 can not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Properties of External View &1 can not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEDD_XVIEW004 - Properties of External View &1 can not be read ?

  The SAP error message SEDD_XVIEW004 indicates that the properties of an external view (denoted by &1) cannot be read. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Services or SAP HANA when there is an issue accessing or retrieving metadata for an external view.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The external view may not be properly configured in the system, or the connection settings may be incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the external view or its properties.
  View Not Found: The specified external view may not exist in the database or the schema.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be issues with the database connection, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Metadata: The metadata for the external view may be corrupted or not properly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the external view is correctly configured in the system. Ensure that all connection parameters are set correctly.
  Verify Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the external view. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Confirm Existence: Check if the external view actually exists in the database. You can do this by querying the database directly or using the appropriate SAP transaction.
  Test Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is active and functioning. You can test the connection using tools like SAP HANA Studio or other database management tools.
  Check Metadata: If the metadata is corrupted, you may need to recreate the external view or refresh the metadata in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the external view and its properties.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Data Services or HANA for detailed information on external views and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.