How To Fix CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE108 - Dependencies cannot be calculated. No active version exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE - Message Class

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Dependencies cannot be calculated. No active version exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE108 - Dependencies cannot be calculated. No active version exists ?

  The SAP error message CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE108 indicates that the system is unable to calculate dependencies for a Core Data Services (CDS) view because there is no active version of the view available. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with CDS views in SAP HANA or ABAP environments.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Version: The CDS view may not have been activated or has been deactivated. Inactive views cannot be used for dependency calculations.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was transported from one system to another, it might not have been activated in the target system.
  Development Environment: The view might be in a development environment where it has not been properly activated.
  Versioning Issues: There may be multiple versions of the CDS view, and the system is unable to determine which version to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the CDS View:
  
  Go to the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) in Eclipse or the SAP GUI.
  Locate the CDS view that is causing the issue.
  Right-click on the view and select "Activate" to ensure that it has an active version.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the view was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the view is activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Multiple Versions:
  
  If there are multiple versions of the CDS view, ensure that the correct version is active. You can check the version history in the development environment.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache can help resolve issues related to dependency calculations. You can do this by using transaction code /IWFND/CACHE or /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to refresh the service.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like tables, other views, etc.) are also active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate and access the CDS view.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining semantically rich data models in SAP. They are used extensively in SAP S/4HANA and SAP Fiori applications.
  Activation Process: When a CDS view is activated, it generates the necessary database artifacts and metadata, making it available for use in queries and applications.
  Development Tools: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) in Eclipse, as it provides a more modern interface for developing and managing CDS views.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider checking SAP Notes or reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.