How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_DDLX065 - Element '&1' must have at least one annotation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_DDLX - Messages for CDS Metadata Extension

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Element '&1' must have at least one annotation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLX065 - Element '&1' must have at least one annotation ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLX065 indicates that a specific element in your Data Definition Language (DDL) definition is missing required annotations. This error typically occurs when you are working with Core Data Services (CDS) views or other data modeling objects in SAP, particularly when using the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) in Eclipse.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the element (field or attribute) in your CDS view or data model is expected to have at least one annotation defined. Annotations in SAP CDS are used to provide metadata about the elements, such as their semantics, display properties, or other characteristics that are important for the application or reporting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to add at least one annotation to the specified element. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Element: Look at the error message to identify which element (field) is causing the issue. The placeholder &1 will be replaced with the actual name of the element.
  
  
  Add Annotations: You can add annotations directly in your CDS view definition. Here’s an example of how to add an annotation:
  define view my_cds_view
  as select from my_table
  {
      key field1,
      field2,
      field3 @AbapCatalog.sqlViewName: 'MY_CDS_VIEW'
            @EndUserText.label: 'My Field Label'
            @UI.lineItem: [{ position: 10 }]
      as my_field
  }
  In this example, my_field has annotations that provide metadata about it.
  
  
  Check Required Annotations: Depending on the context of your CDS view, certain annotations may be required. Common annotations include:
  
  @EndUserText.label: Provides a user-friendly label for the field.
  @UI.lineItem: Specifies how the field should be displayed in UI elements.
  @Analytics.dataCategory: Indicates the data category for analytical purposes.
  
  
  
  Activate the CDS View: After adding the necessary annotations, activate the CDS view to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Once activated, test the CDS view to ensure that the error is resolved and that the annotations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on annotations and their usage in CDS views.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to similar issues.
  ABAP Development Tools (ADT): Familiarize yourself with the features of ADT in Eclipse, as it provides tools for managing and developing CDS views effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SDDIC_ADT_DDLX065 error and ensure that your CDS view is correctly defined with the necessary annotations.