How To Fix SADL_GW_DT_CDS036 - The draft table &1 exists for this CDS view and must not be renamed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GW_DT_CDS - Messages CDS Checks

• Message number: 036

• Message text: The draft table &1 exists for this CDS view and must not be renamed.

What causes this issue?

A draft table still exists for the CDS view.

System Response

It is not allowed to exchange or rename the draft table.

How to fix this error?

Use the previous name <(>&<)>1 for the draft table.

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact the corresponding developer of the CDS view to correct the
error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GW_DT_CDS036 - The draft table &1 exists for this CDS view and must not be renamed. ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GW_DT_CDS036 indicates that there is a draft table associated with a Core Data Services (CDS) view, and this draft table cannot be renamed. This error typically arises when you attempt to rename a CDS view that has an associated draft table, which is used for managing draft data in applications that support the draft functionality.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the CDS view you are trying to rename has an existing draft table. In SAP, draft tables are used to store temporary data for applications that allow users to create or edit data without immediately saving it to the database. When a CDS view is created with draft capabilities, a corresponding draft table is automatically generated. Renaming the CDS view without addressing the draft table leads to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Draft Table: Identify the draft table associated with the CDS view. You can do this by checking the definition of the CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  Remove Draft Capability: If you do not need the draft functionality for the CDS view, you can remove the draft capability from the CDS view definition. This can be done by modifying the CDS view and removing the annotations related to draft handling.
  
  
  Rename the Draft Table: If you need to rename the CDS view and keep the draft functionality, you may need to rename the draft table first. This can be complex and may require additional steps to ensure that all references to the draft table are updated accordingly.
  
  
  Create a New CDS View: If renaming is not feasible, consider creating a new CDS view with the desired name and copying the logic from the existing view. Ensure that you also handle the draft table appropriately.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for more details on managing draft tables and CDS views. This can provide insights into best practices and potential impacts of changes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Draft Handling in SAP Fiori: Understanding how draft handling works in SAP Fiori applications can provide context on why draft tables are created and how they are used.
  CDS Annotations: Familiarize yourself with the annotations used in CDS views, especially those related to draft handling (e.g., @ObjectModel.draftEnabled).
  SAP Notes and Community: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Community for any specific notes related to this error message, as there may be updates or patches that address similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your CDS views and draft tables effectively.