How To Fix SD_CDS_ENTITY072 - Found & parent/composite relations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_ENTITY - Messages for STOBS/entities

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Found & parent/composite relations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY072 - Found & parent/composite relations ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY072 typically relates to issues with the Composite Data Services (CDS) views in the SAP S/4HANA environment, particularly when dealing with parent/composite relationships in the data model. This error can occur when there are inconsistencies or issues in the way the data is being accessed or related entities are defined.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Relationships: The parent or composite relationships defined in the CDS view may not be correctly established or may be missing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that prevent the proper retrieval of related entities.
  Incorrect Annotations: The annotations in the CDS view may not be correctly defined, leading to issues in how the data is being fetched.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to this error.
  Modeling Errors: Errors in the data model or the way entities are defined can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SD_CDS_ENTITY072 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Relationships: Review the CDS view definition to ensure that all parent and composite relationships are correctly defined. Make sure that the associations between entities are properly established.
  
  
  Validate Data: Check the underlying data for inconsistencies. Ensure that the data in the parent and child tables is consistent and that there are no missing keys or records.
  
  
  Review Annotations: Ensure that the annotations in the CDS view are correctly defined. This includes checking for any required annotations that may be missing.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You can check the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools available in SAP to trace the execution of the CDS view and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidance on CDS views and troubleshooting common errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  CDS Views: Composite Data Services (CDS) views are a way to define semantic data models in SAP S/4HANA, allowing for complex data retrieval and manipulation.
  SAP S/4HANA: This is the next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) suite from SAP, designed to help businesses run more efficiently.
  Error Handling: Understanding how to handle errors in SAP, including using transaction codes like ST22 (dump analysis) and SLG1 (application log), can be helpful in diagnosing issues.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to SD_CDS_ENTITY072.