How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP061 - View has no relevant annotations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 061

• Message text: View has no relevant annotations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP061 - View has no relevant annotations ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP061: View has no relevant annotations typically occurs in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or when working with Core Data Services (CDS) views. This error indicates that the CDS view you are trying to use does not have the necessary annotations that are required for the specific functionality you are trying to implement, such as search or data retrieval.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Annotations: The CDS view lacks the required annotations that define how the data should be interpreted or displayed in the context of the application.
  Incorrect Configuration: The view may not be properly configured to be used in the context of the application or service you are trying to access.
  Version Issues: There may be compatibility issues with the version of the CDS view and the version of the SAP system or application you are using.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Annotations: 
  
  Open the CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or the relevant development environment.
  Ensure that the necessary annotations are present. Common annotations include:
  
  @Search.searchable for search functionality.
  @Analytics.dataCategory for analytical queries.
  @ObjectModel annotations for defining the behavior of the data model.
  
  
  
  
  
  Add Required Annotations:
  
  If the required annotations are missing, you can add them to the CDS view definition. For example:
  @AbapCatalog.sqlViewName: 'Z_MY_CDS_VIEW'
  @AbapCatalog.compiler.compareFilter: true
  @Search.searchable: true
  define view Z_MY_CDS_VIEW as select from my_table
  {
      key field1,
      field2,
      ...
  }
  
  
  
  
  Activate the CDS View: After making changes, ensure that you activate the CDS view to apply the changes.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that any dependent objects or views are also correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the required annotations for your use case.
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, test the functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  CDS Annotations Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the various annotations available for CDS views by reviewing the official SAP documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your CDS view is properly annotated for the intended use case.