How To Fix SOI187 - View & (Ddl Source &2): Error in View definition or base object data

SOI187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 187

• Message text: View & (Ddl Source &2): Error in View definition or base object data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI187 - View & (Ddl Source &2): Error in View definition or base object data ?

  The SAP error message SOI187 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a view or the underlying base object data in the SAP system. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the structure or data of the view or its associated tables.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect View Definition: The view may have been defined incorrectly, such as using invalid fields or incorrect joins.
  Missing Base Objects: One or more of the base tables or views that the view depends on may be missing or not activated.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data of the base tables, such as data type mismatches or missing entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the base objects or the view.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check View Definition: Review the definition of the view