How To Fix MDG_CDS_GENERATE004 - Unknown CDS generation purpose: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_CDS_GENERATE - Messages for CDS View Generation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Unknown CDS generation purpose: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_CDS_GENERATE004 - Unknown CDS generation purpose: &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_CDS_GENERATE004 Unknown CDS generation purpose: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue related to the generation of Core Data Services (CDS) views. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the specified purpose for generating the CDS view.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Purpose: The purpose specified for the CDS generation is not valid or recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the CDS generation might be missing or not properly set up in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS views or related objects were transported from another system, there might be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system might not support the specified CDS generation purpose.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Purpose: Verify the purpose you are trying to use for CDS generation. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and valid within the context of your SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP MDG and ensure that all necessary settings for CDS generation are correctly configured.
  Check for Missing Objects: Ensure that all required objects (like data elements, tables, etc.) are present in the system. If they are missing, you may need to create or transport them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific version of your system to understand the valid purposes for CDS generation.
  System Update: If you are on an older version of SAP, consider updating to a newer version that supports the required functionalities.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) are a framework for defining semantically rich data models in SAP. They are used extensively in SAP S/4HANA and SAP Fiori applications.
  MDG Configuration: Master Data Governance requires specific configurations for managing master data effectively. Ensure that your MDG setup aligns with best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to CDS generation in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MDG_CDS_GENERATE004 error message.