How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_DDLX005 - Select list entry '&1' does not exist in '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_DDLX - Messages for CDS Metadata Extension

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Select list entry '&1' does not exist in '&2'

What causes this issue?

Referenced select list entry doesn't exist in the annotated view.

How to fix this error?

Use an existing select list entry from the annotated view or delete the
affected select list entry from the Metadata Extension including all its
annotations.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLX005 - Select list entry '&1' does not exist in '&2' ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLX005 indicates that there is an issue with a select list entry that is expected to exist but does not. This error typically occurs in the context of the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) when working with Data Definition Language (DDL) or database-related operations.
  Cause:
  The error message "Select list entry '&1' does not exist in '&2'" suggests that the system is trying to reference a specific entry (denoted by &1) in a select list or a database object (denoted by &2), but it cannot find it. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing or Deleted Entry: The entry you are trying to access may have been deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Naming: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the select list or database object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it might not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Entry Existence:
  
  Check if the entry specified in the error message actually exists in the database or the select list. You can do this by navigating to the relevant database table or object in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Naming:
  
  Ensure that the names used in your code or configuration are correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified entry. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Entry:
  
  If the entry is missing and you have the necessary information, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you are still unable to resolve the issue, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error code in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module or tool you are using to understand the context of the error better.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.