How To Fix CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE006 - API Error '&1'. Exception : '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE - Message Class

• Message number: 006

• Message text: API Error '&1'. Exception : '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE006 - API Error '&1'. Exception : '&2' ?

  The SAP error message CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE006 typically indicates an issue related to the Core Data Services (CDS) in SAP systems, particularly when working with APIs. The error message format you provided includes two placeholders: &1 and &2, which usually represent specific details about the error, such as the API name and the exception message.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by various factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Invalid API Call: The API being called may not exist, or the parameters being passed to it may be incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account making the API call may not have the necessary permissions to access the requested data or execute the operation.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or invalid data.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration issues in the CDS views or the underlying database that prevent the API from functioning correctly.
  Network Issues: If the API is being called over a network, there may be connectivity issues.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE006 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check API Documentation: Ensure that you are using the correct API and that all required parameters are being passed correctly.
  Review Authorization: Verify that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to execute the API call.
  Examine Data: Check the data being sent to the API for completeness and correctness. Look for any missing or invalid fields.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the API call and identify where the error is occurring. This may involve checking the CDS view definitions and any associated logic.
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services are a way to define semantically rich data models in SAP. Understanding how CDS views work can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  API Management: Familiarize yourself with the API management tools in SAP, which can help in monitoring and managing API calls.
  Authorization Objects: Review the relevant authorization objects that may be required for the API being called.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE006 error effectively.