How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_ES014 - '@ObjectModel.semanticKey': Unknown element &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_ES - ES-CDS/ABAP: Validation of domain @EnterpriseSearch

• Message number: 014

• Message text: '@ObjectModel.semanticKey': Unknown element &1

What causes this issue?

Annotation @ObjectModel.semanticKey lists the view's elements that form
the key from a semantic perspective. Enterprise Search is leveraging
this definition for determining the instance to be found when searching
on this view.
Element &V1& which is referred to in the annotation actually is not an
element of this view.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check for typographical errors and correct or remove the element
reference in question.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_ES014 - '@ObjectModel.semanticKey': Unknown element &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_ES014 '@ObjectModel.semanticKey': Unknown element &1 typically occurs in the context of Core Data Services (CDS) views in SAP, particularly when there is an issue with the definition of the semantic key in the CDS view.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Element: The error indicates that the CDS view is referencing an element (field) that is not defined in the view or is not accessible in the context where it is being used.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the field that is being referenced as a semantic key.
  Incorrect Annotations: The annotations related to the semantic key may not be correctly defined or may reference fields that do not exist in the underlying data model.
  Model Changes: If the underlying data model has changed (e.g., fields were removed or renamed), the CDS view may still reference the old field names.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Verify that the field referenced in the error message is correctly defined in the CDS view. Ensure that it exists and is spelled correctly.
  Review Annotations: Check the annotations in the CDS view, especially those related to @ObjectModel.semanticKey. Ensure that all fields listed as semantic keys are valid and exist in the view.
  Update the CDS View: If the underlying data model has changed, update the CDS view to reflect the current structure. This may involve adding, renaming, or removing fields.
  Activate the CDS View: After making changes, ensure that the CDS view is activated. Sometimes, changes may not take effect until the view is reactivated.
  Check Dependencies: If the CDS view is dependent on other views or tables, ensure that those dependencies are also valid and up to date.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Core Data Services to understand the correct usage of annotations and semantic keys.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools available in the ABAP Development Environment to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your CDS view is correctly defined and functional.