How To Fix MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG004 - CDS view name &1 must be in customer namespace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG - MDG Analytical CDS Configuration

• Message number: 004

• Message text: CDS view name &1 must be in customer namespace

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG004 - CDS view name &1 must be in customer namespace ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG004 indicates that a CDS (Core Data Services) view must be in a customer namespace. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or activate a CDS view that is not in the appropriate namespace designated for customer developments.
  Cause:
  
  Namespace Violation: In SAP, standard objects are usually in the SAP namespace (e.g., SAP_, SAP_BC_, etc.), while customer-specific developments should be in a customer namespace (e.g., Z* or Y*). If you attempt to create a CDS view in the standard namespace, you will encounter this error.
  Incorrect Naming Convention: The naming convention for the CDS view does not follow the required customer namespace rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change the Namespace: Ensure that the CDS view is created in the correct customer namespace. You can do this by:
  
  Using a transaction like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to create the CDS view.
  When creating the view, make sure to prefix the name with Z or Y to indicate that it is a custom object.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Views: If you are trying to modify or activate an existing CDS view, check its namespace. If it is in the standard namespace, you will need to create a new view in your customer namespace that replicates the required functionality.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are included in a transport request that is properly configured for your customer namespace.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining and consuming semantically rich data models in SAP. They are used extensively in SAP S/4HANA and other SAP applications.
  Namespaces: In SAP, namespaces are used to differentiate between standard SAP objects and customer-specific developments. This helps avoid naming conflicts and ensures that custom developments are easily identifiable.
  Development Guidelines: Always follow SAP's development guidelines and best practices when creating custom objects to ensure compatibility and maintainability.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider consulting SAP documentation or reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.