How To Fix ESH_SQL_SEARCH023 - CDS entity &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SQL_SEARCH - ESH SQL Search

• Message number: 023

• Message text: CDS entity &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH023 - CDS entity &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH023 indicates that a Core Data Services (CDS) entity specified in your query or operation could not be found. This error typically arises in the context of SAP HANA or SAP S/4HANA environments where CDS views are used for data modeling and retrieval.
  Causes:
  
  Entity Name Typo: The name of the CDS entity might be misspelled in your query.
  Entity Not Activated: The CDS entity may not be activated in the system. If the entity is newly created or modified, it needs to be activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CDS entity.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS entity was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Namespace Issues: The entity might be in a different namespace, and the query does not reference it correctly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the underlying database that prevent the entity from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entity Name: Verify that the name of the CDS entity is spelled correctly in your query.
  Activate the Entity: If you have access, go to the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or transaction SE11/SE80 and check if the CDS entity is activated. If not, activate it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS entity. You may need to consult with your security team.
  Transport Validation: If the entity was transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  Namespace Reference: Ensure that you are referencing the correct namespace for the CDS entity. If it is in a different namespace, include the namespace in your query.
  System Check: If the issue persists, check the system logs for any underlying issues with the database or system configuration that might be affecting the visibility of the CDS entity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) are a way to define semantic data models in SAP systems. They allow for the creation of complex data models that can be consumed by various applications.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore and manage CDS entities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or the CDS entity in question.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on CDS views and their usage.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.