How To Fix DHBAS_UTIL035 - Cannot read metadata for CDS view &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DHBAS_UTIL - Message Class for DHBASIS_UTIL

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Cannot read metadata for CDS view &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DHBAS_UTIL035 - Cannot read metadata for CDS view &1 ?

  The SAP error message DHBAS_UTIL035 indicates that the system is unable to read the metadata for a Core Data Services (CDS) view. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Inactive CDS View: The CDS view may not exist in the system or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was recently transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport or the view may not have been activated in the target system.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database that prevent the metadata from being read.
  Syntax Errors: There could be syntax errors in the CDS view definition that prevent it from being activated or read correctly.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the CDS view, the system may be trying to access an outdated or incorrect version.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Existence and Activation:
  
  Verify that the CDS view exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary).
  Ensure that the CDS view is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the CDS view was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Check Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that the database connection is functioning correctly. You can check this in transaction DBACOCKPIT or by running a database consistency check.
  
  
  
  Review CDS View Definition:
  
  Check the definition of the CDS view for any syntax errors or issues. You can do this in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or in SE11.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache can resolve issues related to metadata. You can do this by using transaction /IWFND/CACHE or by restarting the application server.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Conflicts:
  
  If there are multiple versions of the CDS view, ensure that the correct version is being accessed. You may need to adjust the versioning settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), ADT (ABAP Development Tools).
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to CDS views and the error message DHBAS_UTIL035.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on CDS views for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.