How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP086 - CDS-entity & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 086

• Message text: CDS-entity & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP086 - CDS-entity & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP086 indicates that a Core Data Services (CDS) entity does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the specified CDS view or entity that is being referenced in a query or application.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent CDS View: The CDS view or entity you are trying to access has not been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the reference to the CDS entity.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view.
  Package or Namespace Issues: The CDS view might be in a different package or namespace that is not accessible from the current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existence: Verify that the CDS view exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the ABAP Development Workbench (SE80) or using transaction code SE11 to check for the CDS view.
  Activate the CDS View: If the CDS view exists but is not activated, activate it. You can do this in the ABAP Development Workbench (SE80) or using transaction code SE11.
  Correct Naming: Double-check the spelling and naming conventions used in your query or application to ensure that they match the actual CDS view name.
  Transport Check: If the CDS view was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Namespace and Package: Ensure that the CDS view is in the correct namespace and package that your application can access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining and consuming semantically rich data models in SAP. CDS views are used to define data models that can be consumed by various applications.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Builder) for managing and troubleshooting CDS views.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or CDS views you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.