How To Fix XW202 - View &1 has no data segments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 202

• Message text: View &1 has no data segments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW202 - View &1 has no data segments ?

  The SAP error message XW202: View &1 has no data segments typically indicates that the specified view does not have any associated data segments. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a database view or when performing operations that require data to be present in the view.
  Causes:
  
  View Definition Issues: The view may not be properly defined or may not have been activated correctly.
  No Data in Underlying Tables: The underlying tables that the view is based on may not contain any data, leading to the view itself having no data segments.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the view.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database connection or the database itself that prevent data from being retrieved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check View Definition:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the definition of the view. Ensure that it is correctly defined and activated.
  If changes were made to the underlying tables, ensure that the view is reactivated.
  
  
  
  Verify Data in Underlying Tables:
  
  Check the underlying tables that the view is based on to ensure they contain data. You can do this by querying the tables directly (using SE16 or SE16N).
  If the tables are empty, you may need to populate them with data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view and the underlying tables. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Verify that the database connection is functioning correctly. Check for any database errors or connectivity issues that may be affecting data retrieval.
  
  
  
  Recreate the View:
  
  If the view is still not functioning correctly, consider dropping and recreating the view. This can sometimes resolve issues related to corruption or misconfiguration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to view and edit database objects.
  SE16/SE16N: Data Browser to view table contents.
  SU53: Authorization check to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to database views and data dictionary objects for more detailed information on how views are structured and managed.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.