How To Fix /BOBF/CONF_CDS018 - [BO sync] Reading condition for association &2 failed (view &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF_CDS -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: [BO sync] Reading condition for association &2 failed (view &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_CDS018 - [BO sync] Reading condition for association &2 failed (view &1) ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_CDS018 typically indicates an issue related to the Business Object Framework (BOBF) and the Core Data Services (CDS) views in SAP. This error occurs when the system fails to read a condition for an association in a specific CDS view. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the CDS view is trying to access, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or the specific CDS view.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the Business Object or the associations in the CDS view may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view or related objects were recently transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport that need to be resolved.
  Versioning Issues: There may be a mismatch between the versions of the CDS view and the underlying data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify the data in the database tables that the CDS view is accessing. Look for any missing or inconsistent entries that could be causing the issue.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view and the underlying data. You can use transaction codes like SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Validate Configuration: Review the configuration of the Business Object and the associations in the CDS view. Ensure that all necessary fields and associations are correctly defined.
  Re-transport Objects: If the issue arose after a transport, consider re-transporting the affected objects or checking the transport logs for errors.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that you are using the latest version of the CDS view and that all related components are up to date. Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the CDS view to identify where the error is occurring. This may provide insights into the specific condition that is failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the underlying objects related to the CDS view.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BOBF and CDS views to understand the expected behavior and configuration requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.