How To Fix SADL_DRAFT_TOOL005 - CDS-View contains field &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_DRAFT_TOOL -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: CDS-View contains field &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_DRAFT_TOOL005 - CDS-View contains field &1 ?

  The SAP error message SADL_DRAFT_TOOL005 typically indicates that there is an issue with a Core Data Services (CDS) view in the context of the SAP Draft Framework. Specifically, the error message states that the CDS view contains a field that is not compatible with the draft functionality.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a CDS view includes fields that are not suitable for draft handling. This can happen for several reasons, such as:
  
  The presence of fields that are not part of the draft entity.
  Fields that are not allowed in draft scenarios, such as certain calculated fields or fields that do not have a corresponding draft representation.
  The use of certain data types or structures that are incompatible with the draft framework.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SADL_DRAFT_TOOL005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the CDS View: Check the definition of the CDS view to identify the fields that are causing the issue. Look for fields that may not be compatible with draft handling.
  
  
  Modify the CDS View:
  
  Remove or modify the incompatible fields from the CDS view.
  Ensure that all fields included in the CDS view are compatible with the draft framework.
  
  
  
  Check Draft Annotations: Ensure that the necessary annotations for draft handling are correctly defined in the CDS view. This includes:
  
  @ObjectModel.draftEnabled: true to enable draft handling.
  Properly defining the draft entity and its properties.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary modifications, activate the CDS view and test it to ensure that the error is resolved and that draft functionality works as expected.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the Draft Framework and CDS views to understand the requirements and limitations regarding draft handling.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on CDS views and the Draft Framework.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SADL_DRAFT_TOOL005 error in your SAP environment.