How To Fix CFD_DE_UTILITIES023 - Reference field determination for field &1 in CDS view &2 failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_DE_UTILITIES - Custom Fields: Data Source Extension Utilities

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Reference field determination for field &1 in CDS view &2 failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_DE_UTILITIES023 - Reference field determination for field &1 in CDS view &2 failed. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_DE_UTILITIES023, which states "Reference field determination for field &1 in CDS view &2 failed," typically occurs in the context of Core Data Services (CDS) views when there is an issue with the determination of reference fields. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect definitions in the CDS view.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Field: The reference field that is supposed to be determined is not available or is incorrectly defined in the CDS view.
  Incorrect Annotations: The annotations in the CDS view may not be correctly set up, leading to issues in field determination.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the underlying database tables that the CDS view is trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data required for the reference field determination.
  Technical Issues: There could be bugs or technical issues in the SAP system that affect the processing of the CDS view.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check CDS View Definition: Review the definition of the CDS view to ensure that all fields, especially the reference fields, are correctly defined and annotated.
  Validate Annotations: Ensure that the annotations related to the reference fields are correctly specified. This includes checking for any required annotations that may be missing.
  Data Consistency Check: Verify the underlying tables for data consistency. Ensure that the data required for the reference field is present and correctly populated.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the CDS view has the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the CDS view execution to identify where the failure occurs. This may involve checking the SQL trace or using transaction codes like ST05.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. If necessary, contact SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining and consuming semantically rich data models in SAP systems.
  Annotations: Annotations in CDS views provide metadata that can influence how the data is processed and displayed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CFD_DE_UTILITIES023 error message in your SAP environment.