How To Fix XW218 - &1 view records exported

XW218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 218

• Message text: &1 view records exported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW218 - &1 view records exported ?

  The SAP error message XW218 typically indicates that there is an issue with the export of records from a specific view or table. The message format usually includes a placeholder for the number of records that were attempted to be exported, which is represented by "&1".
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or export the data from the specified view.
  Data Locking: The records may be locked by another user or process, preventing the export.
  Technical Issues: There may be a problem with the underlying database or the SAP system itself, such as connectivity issues or configuration problems.
  View Configuration: The view may not be properly configured or may contain errors that prevent data from being exported.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XW218 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations