How To Fix SF372 - View & was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 372

• Message text: View & was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF372 - View & was deleted ?

  The SAP error message SF372 ("View & was deleted") typically indicates that a specific view in the SAP system has been deleted or is no longer available. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with database views, table views, or other types of views in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  View Deletion: The view has been explicitly deleted by a user or during a system upgrade or maintenance.
  Transport Issues: If the view was part of a transport request that was not successfully imported, it may lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the view, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  Development Environment Changes: Changes in the development environment (like deletion of objects) that have not been reflected in the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Deletion: Verify if the view has indeed been deleted. You can do this by checking the relevant database tables or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility).
  Restore the View: If the view was deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if you have the necessary definitions.
  Transport Request: If the view was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport has been successfully imported into the target system. You may need to re-import the transport request.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to understand why the view was deleted and if there are any recommended actions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE03 (Transport Organizer) for managing views and transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or patches related to the error.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the deletion of the view.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SF372 error in your SAP system.