How To Fix RSRTS_CDS008 - Could not read SQL view name for CDS view &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRTS_CDS - Messages Transient CDS Queries

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Could not read SQL view name for CDS view &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRTS_CDS008 - Could not read SQL view name for CDS view &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSRTS_CDS008 indicates that the system could not read the SQL view name for a Core Data Services (CDS) view. This error typically arises in the context of reporting or data extraction when the system is unable to access the underlying SQL view associated with the CDS view.
  Causes:
  
  Missing SQL View: The SQL view that corresponds to the CDS view may not have been generated or activated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the SQL view.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  CDS View Activation: The CDS view may not be activated in the system, leading to the SQL view not being created.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the SQL view from being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Activation: Ensure that the CDS view is activated. You can do this by navigating to the CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or SE11 transaction and checking its status.
  Re-activate the CDS View: If the view is not activated, try reactivating it. This can often resolve issues related to missing SQL views.
  Check SQL View Name: Verify that the SQL view name is correctly defined in the CDS view. You can check this in the CDS view definition.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the SQL view. This may involve checking roles and permissions.
  Transport Logs: If the CDS view was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is functioning correctly and that there are no issues with the database itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the SQL view and SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the CDS view.
  CDS View Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific CDS view to understand its dependencies and requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or report that is trying to access the CDS view to gather more information about the failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSRTS_CDS008 error message.