How To Fix RSRTS_CDS174 - Conversion: Could not resolve field &2 (for InfoProvider &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRTS_CDS - Messages Transient CDS Queries

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Conversion: Could not resolve field &2 (for InfoProvider &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRTS_CDS174 - Conversion: Could not resolve field &2 (for InfoProvider &1) ?

  The SAP error message RSRTS_CDS174 indicates that there is an issue with resolving a field in a CDS (Core Data Services) view when trying to execute a query in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environment. This error typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified field in the InfoProvider or the underlying data model.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Mismatch: The field specified in the error message (&2) does not exist in the InfoProvider (&1). This could be due to a typo or a change in the data model.
  Data Model Changes: If the underlying CDS view or InfoProvider has been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed), the query may still reference the old field names.
  Activation Issues: The CDS view or the InfoProvider may not be activated properly, leading to inconsistencies in the metadata.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified field.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Existence: Verify that the field (&2) exists in the InfoProvider (&1). You can do this by checking the definition of the InfoProvider or the CDS view in the SAP system.
  Update Query: If the field has been renamed or removed, update the query to reference the correct field name.
  Re-activate Objects: If there have been changes to the CDS view or InfoProvider, ensure that they are activated. You can do this by navigating to the relevant object in the SAP GUI and activating it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the field in question.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all related objects were transported correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the SAP debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the resolution fails.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific version of SAP BW or HANA you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSRTS_CDS174 error in your SAP environment.