How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABSTR003 - Error deriving ID for generated Abstract Entity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABSTR - ES-CDS/ABAP: Handling of Abstract Entities

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error deriving ID for generated Abstract Entity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABSTR003 - Error deriving ID for generated Abstract Entity ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABSTR003 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) and is related to the generation of Abstract Entities in Core Data Services (CDS). This error indicates that there is an issue with deriving the ID for a generated Abstract Entity, which can be caused by several factors.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Annotations: The CDS view may be missing required annotations or may have incorrect annotations that prevent the system from deriving the ID correctly.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data model that the CDS view is based on.
  Naming Conflicts: There could be naming conflicts with other entities or views that are causing confusion in the ID derivation process.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was transported from one system to another, there may be issues related to the transport that affect the ID generation.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how Abstract Entities are generated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Annotations: Review the annotations in the CDS view definition to ensure that all required annotations are present and correctly defined. Pay special attention to the @AbapCatalog.sqlViewName and @AbapCatalog.preserveKey annotations.
  Validate Data Model: Ensure that the underlying data model is consistent and that all necessary fields are available and correctly defined in the CDS view.
  Rename Conflicting Entities: If there are naming conflicts, consider renaming the conflicting entities or views to avoid confusion.
  Re-transport Objects: If the issue arose after a transport, consider re-transporting the affected objects or checking the transport logs for errors.
  Check System Configuration: Review the system configuration related to SAP ESH and CDS views to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the CDS view generation process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on CDS views and Enterprise Search for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.