How To Fix CDSUI002 - Path does not point to BOL Object &1. Please enter a valid path.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDSUI - Central Data Source UI messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Path does not point to BOL Object &1. Please enter a valid path.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDSUI002 - Path does not point to BOL Object &1. Please enter a valid path. ?

  The SAP error message CDSUI002 indicates that the path specified in a Core Data Services (CDS) view does not point to a valid Business Object Layer (BOL) object. This error typically arises when there is a misconfiguration in the CDS view or when the specified path does not correspond to an existing BOL object.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Path Specification: The path provided in the CDS view may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Non-Existent BOL Object: The BOL object that the path is supposed to reference does not exist in the system.
  Changes in BOL Structure: If there have been recent changes to the BOL structure or the underlying data model, the path may no longer be valid.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the specified BOL object can also lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the object definitions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Path: Check the path specified in the CDS view for any typos or incorrect references. Ensure that it correctly points to an existing BOL object.
  Check BOL Object Existence: Use transaction codes like BOL or SE11 to verify that the BOL object exists and is correctly defined in the system.
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the BOL or data model, review those changes to ensure that the CDS view is still valid.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOL object. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Re-transport Objects: If the issue arose after a transport, consider re-transporting the relevant objects or checking for inconsistencies in the transport.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the CDS view to see where the error is occurring and gather more information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining and consuming semantically rich data models in SAP. Understanding how to create and manage CDS views is essential for troubleshooting.
  BOL (Business Object Layer): BOL is a layer in SAP that provides a structured way to access business objects. Familiarity with BOL concepts can help in understanding the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.