How To Fix CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK527 - Data Source Ext. Usage must be invisible as View used as RDS in OData &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK - Custom Fields: Messages for Registry Check

• Message number: 527

• Message text: Data Source Ext. Usage must be invisible as View used as RDS in OData &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK527 - Data Source Ext. Usage must be invisible as View used as RDS in OData &1 ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK527 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a data source in the context of an OData service. Specifically, it suggests that the external usage of a view (which is being used as a Rapid Data Service, or RDS) must be set to "invisible." This is a requirement for certain types of OData services to function correctly.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A database view is being used as a data source for an OData service, but its external usage is not set to invisible.
  The configuration of the OData service does not comply with the requirements for using the view as an RDS.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the external usage of the view is set to invisible. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Data Source Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary).
  Locate the database view that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Modify the View Properties:
  
  Open the view in the Data Dictionary.
  Check the properties of the view, specifically the "External Usage" settings.
  Set the "External Usage" to "Invisible."
  
  
  
  Activate the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, activate the view to ensure that the new settings take effect.
  
  
  
  Check OData Service Configuration:
  
  If applicable, review the OData service configuration in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to ensure that it is correctly set up to use the modified view.
  
  
  
  Test the OData Service:
  
  After making the changes, test the OData service to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: OData (Open Data Protocol) is a standard protocol for building and consuming RESTful APIs. In SAP, OData services are often used to expose data from the backend to frontend applications.
  Rapid Data Services (RDS): RDS is a framework in SAP that allows for the rapid creation of OData services based on database views.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If you continue to experience issues, consider checking SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any updates or additional troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK527 error and ensure that your OData service functions correctly.