How To Fix CFD_CDS_ADAPTER004 - CDS view &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_CDS_ADAPTER - Custom Fields: CDS Adapter

• Message number: 004

• Message text: CDS view &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_CDS_ADAPTER004 - CDS view &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CFD_CDS_ADAPTER004, which states that the CDS view &1 does not exist, typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified Core Data Services (CDS) view. This can happen for several reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent CDS View: The specified CDS view does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the view name or the view not being activated.
  Transport Issues: The CDS view may exist in a different system (e.g., development) but has not been transported to the current system (e.g., quality or production).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view.
  Package or Namespace Issues: The CDS view might be in a different package or namespace that is not accessible in the current context.
  Activation Issues: The CDS view may exist but is not activated, which can happen if there are errors during the activation process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the View Name: Verify that the name of the CDS view is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect casing.
  Activate the CDS View: If the view exists but is not activated, go to the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or SE11 transaction and activate the CDS view.
  Check Transport Status: If the view is supposed to be in the current system, check the transport logs to ensure it has been transported correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view. You may need to consult with your security team.
  Check Package/Namespace: Ensure that the CDS view is in a package or namespace that is accessible from your current context.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application or report that is trying to access the CDS view to gather more information about the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the existence and status of the CDS view.
  CDS View Activation: To activate a CDS view, you can navigate to the view in the ABAP Development Tools and use the activation option.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to CDS views.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Core Data Services for more detailed information on creating and managing CDS views.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.