How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR038 - Field &1 is referenced by &2. CDS view &3 cannot be disabled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR - Custom Fields: Repository Handler

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Field &1 is referenced by &2. CDS view &3 cannot be disabled.

What causes this issue?

Field <(>&<)>1 you want to disable for view <(>&<)>3 is used as
reference for field <(>&<)>2 with origin abap developement. Field
<(>&<)>2 is enabled for cds view <(>&<)>3.

System Response

,,You cannot disable the usage for field <(>&<)>1.

How to fix this error?

Disable cds view <(>&<)>3 for field <(>&<)>2 first.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR038 - Field &1 is referenced by &2. CDS view &3 cannot be disabled. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR038 indicates that a Core Data Services (CDS) view cannot be disabled because it is being referenced by another object. This typically occurs when you attempt to deactivate or disable a CDS view that is still in use by other views, tables, or other database objects.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The CDS view you are trying to disable is being referenced by another CDS view, a table, or a program. This creates a dependency that prevents the deactivation.
  Active References: If there are active references to the CDS view, such as in other CDS views or in ABAP programs, the system will not allow you to disable it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Dependencies: Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check for dependencies. You can also use the CDS View editor to see which objects reference the CDS view.
  Deactivate Dependent Objects: If you find that other CDS views or objects are referencing the view you want to disable, you will need to deactivate or modify those dependent objects first.
  Remove References: If possible, remove the references to the CDS view in the dependent objects. This may involve editing other CDS views or ABAP programs.
  Retry Deactivation: Once all dependencies are resolved, you can attempt to disable the CDS view again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11 - Data Dictionary
  SE80 - Object Navigator
  CDS View editor for checking dependencies.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation on Core Data Services for more information on managing CDS views and understanding their dependencies.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to CDS views and their management.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the dependent objects to confirm that they still function correctly without the disabled CDS view.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully disable the CDS view if needed.