How To Fix MDG_CDS_GENERATE013 - Are you sure to delete generated CDS Views for Model &1?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_CDS_GENERATE - Messages for CDS View Generation

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Are you sure to delete generated CDS Views for Model &1?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_CDS_GENERATE013 - Are you sure to delete generated CDS Views for Model &1? ?

  The SAP error message MDG_CDS_GENERATE013 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an attempt to delete generated Core Data Services (CDS) views for a specific model. This message is a confirmation prompt that asks if you are sure you want to delete the generated CDS views.
  Cause:
  The error message is not necessarily an error in the traditional sense but rather a warning or confirmation prompt. It indicates that the system is about to delete CDS views that have been generated for a specific data model. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Model Changes: If you have made changes to the data model and are trying to regenerate or delete existing views.
  Cleanup: You may be performing a cleanup operation to remove obsolete or unused CDS views.
  Development Activities: During development, you might be testing changes and need to delete existing views to regenerate them.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this message, you need to confirm your intention to delete the generated CDS views. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Review the Impact: Before confirming the deletion, ensure that you understand the implications of deleting the CDS views. Check if any applications or reports depend on these views.
  
  
  Confirm Deletion: If you are sure you want to proceed, confirm the deletion when prompted. This will remove the generated CDS views for the specified model.
  
  
  Regenerate Views: If your intention is to regenerate the views after deletion, you can do so by using the appropriate transaction or program in SAP MDG.
  
  
  Backup: If necessary, consider backing up the existing views or documenting their structure before deletion, in case you need to restore them later.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) are a framework for defining and consuming semantically rich data models in SAP. They are used extensively in SAP S/4HANA and SAP Fiori applications.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SAP MDG related to data models and CDS views.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to CDS view generation and management include SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and the specific MDG transaction codes for model management.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or have specific concerns about the deletion process, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.