How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP036 - &1: DDIC field data missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 036

• Message text: &1: DDIC field data missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP036 - &1: DDIC field data missing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP036 indicates that there is a missing Data Dictionary (DDIC) field in the context of a Core Data Services (CDS) view or entity. This error typically arises when the CDS view is trying to access a field that does not exist in the underlying database table or structure.
  Cause:
  
  Field Deletion: The field that the CDS view is trying to access may have been deleted or renamed in the underlying database table or structure.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was transported from one system to another, the corresponding DDIC objects may not have been transported correctly.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing or incorrectly defined fields in the associated tables or structures.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the DDIC Structure: Verify that the field in question exists in the underlying database table or structure. You can do this by checking the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) for the relevant table or structure.
  Update the CDS View: If the field has been renamed or deleted, update the CDS view definition accordingly. You may need to modify the SQL view or the annotations in the CDS view.
  Transport Consistency: Ensure that all necessary objects have been transported correctly. If you suspect that some objects are missing, you may need to re-transport them.
  Re-activate the CDS View: After making changes, re-activate the CDS view to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields in question. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE11: To check the structure of the underlying table.
  SE37: To check function modules if they are involved in the CDS view.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on CDS views and the Data Dictionary for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the specific details of the error and the context in which it occurs.