How To Fix SOI166 - SQL View &1: DROP Statements are generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages

• Message number: 166

• Message text: SQL View &1: DROP Statements are generated

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI166 - SQL View &1: DROP Statements are generated ?

  The SAP error message SOI166 indicates that there is an issue related to SQL views in the SAP system, specifically that DROP statements are being generated for a particular SQL view. This typically occurs when there are inconsistencies or issues with the definition of the SQL view, which can lead to problems when the system attempts to manage or utilize that view.
  
  Cause:
  
  View Definition Issues: The SQL view may have been defined incorrectly or may reference objects that no longer exist.
  Database Changes: Changes in the underlying database schema (like dropping tables or columns) that the view depends on can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused inconsistencies.
  Database Locking: Sometimes, database locks or other transactional issues can lead to problems with view management.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check View Definition: Review the SQL view definition in the SAP