How To Fix SD_CDS_ENTITY116 - Field &1 is still used in join condition of entity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_ENTITY - Messages for STOBS/entities

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Field &1 is still used in join condition of entity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY116 - Field &1 is still used in join condition of entity &2 ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY116 indicates that a field (denoted as &1) is still being used in the join condition of a Core Data Services (CDS) entity (denoted as &2). This typically occurs when there are changes made to the underlying data model or when a field is removed or modified, but the join condition in the CDS view has not been updated accordingly.
  Cause:
  
  Field Removal or Modification: The field that is referenced in the join condition has been removed or modified in the underlying database table or structure.
  Outdated CDS View: The CDS view may not have been updated to reflect changes in the data model, leading to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Join Logic: The join condition may be incorrectly defined, referencing fields that are no longer valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the CDS View: Open the CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11, SE80) and check the join conditions.
  Update Join Conditions: If the field has been removed or modified, update the join condition to use the correct fields. Ensure that all fields used in the join are valid and exist in the respective tables.
  Check Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the underlying data model, ensure that the CDS view is aligned with these changes.
  Activate the CDS View: After making the necessary changes, activate the CDS view to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the CDS View: Execute the CDS view to verify that it works correctly without errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining and consuming semantically rich data models in SAP. It allows for the creation of views that can be consumed by various applications.
  Join Conditions: In CDS views, join conditions are used to combine data from multiple tables based on related fields. It is crucial that these conditions are correctly defined to avoid runtime errors.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific error message. SAP Help Portal and community forums can also provide additional insights and solutions.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.