How To Fix /BOBF/CONF_CDS028 - [BO sync] Reading association &2 failed (view &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF_CDS -

• Message number: 028

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_CDS028 - [BO sync] Reading association &2 failed (view &1) ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_CDS028 [BO sync] Reading association &2 failed (view &1) typically indicates an issue related to the Business Object Framework (BOBF) and the Core Data Services (CDS) views in SAP. This error usually arises when there is a problem with reading associations in the specified CDS view.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that the CDS view is trying to access.
  Missing or Incorrect Associations: The associations defined in the CDS view may be incorrect or missing, leading to failures when trying to read related data.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or associations defined in the CDS view.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database connectivity problems or issues with the underlying database tables.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the CDS view itself, it may lead to this error if the changes are not properly reflected in the associations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify the data in the underlying tables to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing entries that could affect the associations.
  Review Associations: Check the CDS view definition to ensure that all associations are correctly defined and that the related entities exist.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and associations in the CDS view.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE80 to analyze the CDS view and its associations. You can also use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the failure occurs.
  Check for Recent Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the CDS view, review those changes to ensure they are correctly implemented.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the CDS view and its associations, and SE80 (Object Navigator) for a broader view of the objects involved.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BOBF and CDS views for more detailed information on how to define and troubleshoot them.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.