How To Fix CFD_DE_HANDLER020 - Extension &1 cannot not be published. Extension metadata is inconsistent.

CFD_DE_HANDLER020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_DE_HANDLER - Custom Fields: Data Source Extension Handler

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Extension &1 cannot not be published. Extension metadata is inconsistent.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_DE_HANDLER020 - Extension &1 cannot not be published. Extension metadata is inconsistent. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_DE_HANDLER020 indicates that there is an issue with the metadata of an extension in the SAP Cloud Application Programming (CAP) model. This error typically arises when the extension you are trying to publish has inconsistencies in its metadata, which prevents it from being published successfully.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: The extension's metadata may have missing or incorrect definitions, such as missing fields, incorrect data types, or invalid relationships.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the extension and the underlying data model or service.
  Dependency Issues: The extension may depend on other components or services that are not correctly defined or published.
  Syntax Errors: There could be syntax errors in the extension definition files (e.g., .cds files) that need to be corrected.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata Definitions: Review the metadata of the extension to ensure that all fields, types,