How To Fix DDIC_ADT_DDLS216 - Custom entities don't have an SQL create statement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDIC_ADT_DDLS - ADT DDL Source Editor

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Custom entities don't have an SQL create statement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDIC_ADT_DDLS216 - Custom entities don't have an SQL create statement ?

  The SAP error message DDIC_ADT_DDLS216 indicates that there is an issue with custom entities in the context of the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) for Eclipse. Specifically, this error occurs when the system is unable to generate an SQL CREATE statement for a custom entity, which typically means that the entity is not properly defined or lacks the necessary metadata.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Definition: The custom entity may not be fully defined in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This could include missing fields, data types, or other required attributes.
  Invalid Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the entity, such as incorrect relationships or constraints that prevent the generation of the SQL statement.
  Transport Issues: If the custom entity was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that left the entity in an inconsistent state.
  Database Compatibility: The underlying database may not support certain features or data types used