How To Fix WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION014 - View maintenance '&' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 014

• Message text: View maintenance '&' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION014 - View maintenance '&' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION014 indicates that the system is unable to find a specific view that is required for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Services or when working with subscriptions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing View: The view that is referenced in the error message does not exist in the database. This could be due to it not being created, being deleted, or being incorrectly named.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the subscription or the data service may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for a view that is not available.
  Transport Issues: If the view was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that prevented it from being created properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the view, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check View Existence: Verify that the view exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to search for the view.
  Create the View: If the view does not exist, you may need to create it. This could involve running a specific program or transaction that generates the view based on the required data model.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the subscription or data service to ensure that they are correct and pointing to the right view.
  Transport Check: If the view was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.