How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR046 - Custom Field &1: CDS View &2 is not valid for Business Context &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR - Custom Fields: Repository Handler

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Custom Field &1: CDS View &2 is not valid for Business Context &3.

What causes this issue?

The values of properties <ZK>CDSView </>&V2& and <ZK>BusinessContext
</>&V3& in entity set <ZK>CDSUsages </>are invalid. For this combination
there exists no valid registration from SAP, which supports such an
extension.

System Response

System revokes creation of custom field &V1&

How to fix this error?

Change the values of properties <ZK>CDSView </>and/or
<ZK>BusinessContext </>in entity set <ZK>CDSUsages</> to a valid
combination.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR046 - Custom Field &1: CDS View &2 is not valid for Business Context &3. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR046 indicates that there is an issue with a custom field in relation to a Core Data Services (CDS) view and its associated business context. This error typically arises when the custom field is not properly defined or is incompatible with the specified CDS view or business context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid CDS View: The CDS view specified in the error message may not be valid for the business context you are trying to use it with. This could be due to changes in the underlying data model or the view itself.
  Field Definition Issues: The custom field may not be correctly defined in the context of the CDS view. This could include issues with data types, field names, or annotations.
  Business Context Mismatch: The business context specified may not support the custom field or the CDS view, leading to incompatibility.
  Transport Issues: If the custom field or CDS view was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check CDS View Validity: Verify that the CDS view is correctly defined and active. You can do this by checking the view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or the SAP GUI.
  Review Custom Field Definition: Ensure that the custom field is properly defined in the context of the CDS view. Check for correct data types, annotations, and ensure that it is included in the view's projection.
  Validate Business Context: Confirm that the business context you are using is appropriate for the CDS view and the custom field. You may need to adjust the context or use a different one that supports the custom field.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects (including the CDS view and custom field) were transported correctly and are in sync across systems.
  Re-activate Objects: Sometimes, simply re-activating the CDS view and the custom field can resolve the issue. This can be done in the ADT or through the SAP GUI.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific CDS view and custom field to identify any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on custom fields and CDS views.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to identify where the error is being triggered, which may provide additional insights into the root cause.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR046 error in your SAP environment.