How To Fix SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME027 - Element &2-&1 is calculated in ABAP and must not be used for DB query

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME - Messages of SADL runtime and DDIC SADL entity runtime

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Element &2-&1 is calculated in ABAP and must not be used for DB query

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME027 - Element &2-&1 is calculated in ABAP and must not be used for DB query ?

  The SAP error message SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME027 indicates that there is an issue with the use of a calculated field in a database query. Specifically, the error message states that the element (field) you are trying to use in a database query is calculated in ABAP and cannot be directly used in the database layer.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a calculated field (which is derived from other fields) in a database query or selection.
  The field is defined in the ABAP layer and is not available in the underlying database table.
  The query is attempting to filter or sort based on this calculated field, which is not permissible.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Avoid Using Calculated Fields in Queries:
  
  If possible, modify your query to avoid using the calculated field. Instead, use the base fields that are available in the database.
  
  
  
  Refactor the Logic:
  
  If the logic for the calculated field can be moved to the database layer (e.g., using a view or a database function), consider creating a database view that includes the necessary calculations. This way, the calculated field can be used in the query.
  
  
  
  Use ABAP for Post-Processing:
  
  If the calculated field is essential for your logic, retrieve the necessary base data from the database and perform the calculations in ABAP after fetching the data.
  
  
  
  Check the Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that the fields you are trying to use are correctly defined and that you are not inadvertently trying to use a field that is not part of the database schema.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use debugging tools to trace where the error is occurring and identify the specific field causing the issue. This can help you understand how to adjust your query or logic.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SADL (SAP ABAP Data Layer) for more details on how to work with entities and queries.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  ABAP Development: Familiarize yourself with ABAP programming concepts, especially regarding database access and the use of calculated fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME027 error and successfully execute your queries.