How To Fix RSODP_ABAP_CDS003 - Data category &2 of CDS view &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODP_ABAP_CDS -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Data category &2 of CDS view &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODP_ABAP_CDS003 - Data category &2 of CDS view &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message RSODP_ABAP_CDS003 indicates that there is an issue with the data category of a Core Data Services (CDS) view. Specifically, the error message states that the data category specified for the CDS view is not valid. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Cause
  
  
  Invalid Data Category: The data category specified in the CDS view definition may not be one of the allowed categories. Common data categories include #DIMENSION, #FACT, #MEASURE, etc. If a category is misspelled or not recognized, this error will occur.
  
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: If the CDS view is referencing other views or tables that have been changed or deleted, it may lead to inconsistencies in the metadata, causing this error.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary objects,