How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP088 - Activation of CDS-based connectors is running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Activation of CDS-based connectors is running

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Wait until the activation has completed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP088 - Activation of CDS-based connectors is running ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP088 indicates that the activation of CDS (Core Data Services) based connectors is currently in progress. This message typically arises in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or when working with CDS views in the ABAP environment.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An attempt is made to activate or use a CDS-based connector while another activation process is already running.
  There may be a long-running activation process that has not yet completed, leading to a lock or a waiting state.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If you are aware of an ongoing activation process, simply wait for it to complete. This is often the simplest solution.
  
  
  Check for Active Processes:
  
  Use transaction SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to check if there are any active processes related to the activation of CDS views or connectors.
  Look for any long-running jobs or processes that might be holding up the activation.
  
  
  
  Cancel Long-Running Jobs: If you identify a job that is stuck or taking too long, you may consider canceling it. Be cautious with this step, as it may have implications on data integrity or system stability.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages or warnings that might provide more context on what is causing the delay.
  
  
  Restart the System: If the issue persists and you cannot identify any active processes, a system restart may help clear any locks or stuck processes.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the problem continues and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant logs or details about the situation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services are a framework for defining semantically rich data models in SAP. They are used extensively in SAP S/4HANA and other SAP applications.
  Enterprise Search: This is a feature that allows users to search across various data sources in SAP systems, often leveraging CDS views for data retrieval.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Builder) for managing and troubleshooting CDS views and connectors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP088 error effectively.