How To Fix ESH_CDS_VAL019 - Field &1 of view &2 derived from &3 which involves an ORDERBY CLAUSE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CDS_VAL -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Field &1 of view &2 derived from &3 which involves an ORDERBY CLAUSE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CDS_VAL019 - Field &1 of view &2 derived from &3 which involves an ORDERBY CLAUSE ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CDS_VAL019 typically indicates an issue related to the use of an ORDER BY clause in a Core Data Services (CDS) view. This error can occur when the field specified in the ORDER BY clause is not valid or cannot be used for ordering in the context of the CDS view.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Field in ORDER BY: The field specified in the ORDER BY clause may not be part of the selected fields in the CDS view or may not be a valid field for ordering.
  Aggregation Issues: If the CDS view involves aggregation, the fields used in the ORDER BY clause must be part of the GROUP BY clause or must be aggregate functions.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field used in the ORDER BY clause may not be compatible with the expected ordering.
  View Definition Issues: There may be issues in the definition of the CDS view itself, such as missing associations or incorrect joins.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the ORDER BY Clause: Review the ORDER BY clause in the CDS view definition. Ensure that the fields specified are valid and are part of the SELECT statement.
  Ensure Compatibility: Make sure that the fields used in the ORDER BY clause are compatible with the data types and the context of the view.
  Aggregation Handling: If the view involves aggregation, ensure that the fields in the ORDER BY clause are either included in the GROUP BY clause or are aggregate functions.
  Review View Definition: Check the overall definition of the CDS view for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all associations and joins are correctly defined.
  Testing: After making changes, test the CDS view to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Core Data Services (CDS) to understand the syntax and rules for defining views and using ORDER BY clauses.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to view and edit the CDS view definitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ESH_CDS_VAL019 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.