How To Fix SD_CDS_ENTITY053 - Composition target & is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_ENTITY - Messages for STOBS/entities

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Composition target & is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY053 - Composition target & is not active ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY053 indicates that a specific composition target is not active in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP S/4HANA, particularly when working with Core Data Services (CDS) views and OData services.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The composition target (which is a specific entity or service) is not activated in the system.
  There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying CDS view.
  The service might not be properly registered or published in the SAP Gateway.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Activation of the CDS View:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the CDS view that corresponds to the composition target.
  Check if the view is active. If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check OData Service Registration:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to access the OData service maintenance.
  Ensure that the OData service related to the CDS view is registered and activated.
  If it is not listed, you may need to add it using the "Add Service" button.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  Ensure that the service is not only registered but also active. You can check the status in the same transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view and the OData service.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, the CDS view may depend on other views or tables. Ensure that all dependencies are also active.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any transport requests related to the CDS view or OData service have been properly released and imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in the CDS View:
  
  If there are any errors in the CDS view definition itself, they need to be resolved. You can check for syntax errors or issues in the underlying logic.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary for checking and activating CDS views.
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: OData service maintenance.
  SE80: Object Navigator for checking the implementation of the CDS view.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  Review the official SAP documentation on CDS views and OData services for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message SD_CDS_ENTITY053.