How To Fix FDT_CORE514 - Generated object has to be a class, not type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CORE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Core

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Generated object has to be a class, not type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CORE514 - Generated object has to be a class, not type &1 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CORE514 indicates that there is an issue with the type of object being generated in the context of the SAP Fiori Design Time (FDT) framework. Specifically, the error states that the generated object must be a class, but the system has encountered a different type (indicated by &1).
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The system is expecting a class definition, but the provided object is of a different type (e.g., a structure, interface, or data element).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the FDT settings or the way the object is being defined or generated.
  Development Environment Issues: There could be inconsistencies or issues in the development environment, such as missing dependencies or incorrect package settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FDT_CORE514 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type:
  
  Verify that the object you are trying to generate is indeed a class. If it is not, you will