How To Fix RSODP_ABAP_CDS123 - Text association &1 ignored: Field &2 already has foreign key association

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODP_ABAP_CDS -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Text association &1 ignored: Field &2 already has foreign key association

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODP_ABAP_CDS123 - Text association &1 ignored: Field &2 already has foreign key association ?

  The SAP error message RSODP_ABAP_CDS123 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a Core Data Services (CDS) view, specifically related to text associations. The message states that a text association is being ignored because the field already has a foreign key association.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you attempt to create a text association for a field in a CDS view that already has a foreign key relationship defined. In SAP CDS views, a text association is used to link a field to a text table, allowing for the retrieval of descriptive text for that field. However, if the field is already associated with another table through a foreign key, the system does not allow an additional text association.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the CDS View Definition: Check the definition of your CDS view to identify the field that is causing the issue. Look for any existing foreign key associations for that field.
  
  
  Remove or Modify the Foreign Key Association: If the field does not need the foreign key association, you can remove it. Alternatively, if the foreign key association is necessary, consider whether you can use a different field for the text association.
  
  
  Use a Different Field for Text Association: If the field is essential for both the foreign key and the text association, you may need to create a new field or use a different field that does not have a foreign key association for the text association.
  
  
  Check for Redundant Associations: Ensure that you are not redundantly defining associations that can lead to conflicts. Simplifying the associations in your CDS view can help avoid such errors.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Core Data Services to understand the rules and best practices for defining associations and text associations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining semantically rich data models in SAP. It allows for the creation of views that can be consumed by various applications.
  Foreign Key Associations: These are used to establish a relationship between two tables based on a common field, ensuring referential integrity.
  Text Associations: These are used to link a field to a text table, allowing for the retrieval of descriptive text associated with a key field.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying concepts, you should be able to resolve the RSODP_ABAP_CDS123 error effectively.