How To Fix RSODP_ABAP_CDS201 - No representative key element found in CDS view &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODP_ABAP_CDS -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: No representative key element found in CDS view &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODP_ABAP_CDS201 - No representative key element found in CDS view &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSODP_ABAP_CDS201 No representative key element found in CDS view &1 typically occurs when working with Core Data Services (CDS) views in SAP. This error indicates that the CDS view specified does not have a key element defined, which is necessary for certain operations, such as data extraction or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Element: The CDS view does not have a key field defined. Key fields are essential for uniquely identifying records in the view.
  Incorrect Annotations: The annotations in the CDS view may not be correctly defined, leading to the system not recognizing any key fields.
  View Definition Issues: There may be issues in the way the CDS view is defined, such as missing associations or joins that would normally provide key fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Define Key Fields: Ensure that the CDS view has at least one key field defined. You can do this by using the @Key annotation in the CDS view