How To Fix SMTTOOLS115 - Original View & metadata: (A-version) could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMTTOOLS - Multi Tenancy tools

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Original View & metadata: (A-version) could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMTTOOLS115 - Original View & metadata: (A-version) could not be read ?

  The SAP error message SMTTOOLS115 indicates that the system is unable to read the original view and metadata for a specific object, typically during a transport or system copy operation. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when working with SAP Solution Manager or during system migrations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Corrupted Metadata: The original view or metadata for the object may be missing or corrupted in the database.
  Transport Issues: There may be issues with the transport request that is supposed to carry the metadata.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the object in the source system may not match the version in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent proper reading of the metadata.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata: Verify that the metadata for the object exists in the database. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., TADIR, TRDIR) for the object.
  Transport Request: Ensure that the transport request containing the object has been properly released and imported into the target system.
  Version Consistency: Check for version consistency between the source and target systems. If there are discrepancies, you may need to re-import the correct version.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access the metadata.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is not critical, consider recreating it in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to transport management and metadata handling for additional insights.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SMTTOOLS115 error in your SAP environment.