How To Fix SD_CDS_READ_API007 - Child to parent association '&' not propagated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_READ_API -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Child to parent association '&' not propagated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_READ_API007 - Child to parent association '&' not propagated ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_READ_API007 indicates that there is an issue with the child-to-parent association not being propagated correctly in the context of Core Data Services (CDS) views, particularly in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the data model or the way associations are defined in the CDS view.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Association Definition: The association between the child and parent entities may not be defined correctly in the CDS view.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that prevent the association from being resolved.
  Missing Data: The parent record may not exist for the child record being queried, leading to a failure in propagating the association.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the parent data can also lead to this error.
  Modeling Errors: Errors in the data model or the way the CDS views are structured can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Association Definitions: Review the CDS view definitions to ensure that the associations between child and parent entities are correctly defined. Make sure that the keys used for the associations are correct and that they match the underlying database tables.
  
  
  Validate Data Integrity: Check the underlying data to ensure that all child records have corresponding parent records. You can run queries on the database tables to verify this.
  
  
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access both the child and parent data.
  
  
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to analyze the CDS view and its associations. You can also use transaction RSRT to check the data in the associated InfoProviders.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as there may be fixes related to this error in newer versions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the CDS view again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) are a way to define semantic data models in SAP. They allow for the definition of complex data models and associations.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on CDS views, associations, and error handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SD_CDS_READ_API007 error in your SAP system.