How To Fix CDSUI008 - BOL Structure scanning was stopped because the maximum depth was reached

CDSUI008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDSUI - Central Data Source UI messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: BOL Structure scanning was stopped because the maximum depth was reached

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CDSUI008 - Details

• The SAP error message CDSUI008 indicates that the scanning of the Business Object Layer (BOL) structure was halted because it reached the maximum depth limit. This typically occurs in the context of Core Data Services (CDS) views or when working with the SAP Fiori/UI5 framework, where complex data structures are involved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Complex Data Structures: The error is often caused by overly complex or deeply nested data structures in your CDS views or BOL models. If the structure has too many levels of hierarchy, it can exceed the predefined maximum depth limit.
  Circular References: If there are circular references in the data model, it can lead to infinite loops during the scanning process, causing the depth limit to be reached.
  Configuration Limits: The system has a default configuration for the maximum depth of BOL structures, which can be exceeded in certain scenarios.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Simplify the Data Model: Review the CDS view or BOL structure to identify