How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_DDLX067 - No annotations defined. At least one annotation must be defined for '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_DDLX - Messages for CDS Metadata Extension

• Message number: 067

• Message text: No annotations defined. At least one annotation must be defined for '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLX067 - No annotations defined. At least one annotation must be defined for '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLX067 indicates that there is a missing annotation in your Data Definition Language (DDL) definition for a specific object. This error typically occurs when you are working with Core Data Services (CDS) views or other data definitions in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) environment.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to activate or use a CDS view or another data definition that requires at least one annotation, but none has been defined. Annotations in CDS views provide metadata that can be used for various purposes, such as defining UI behavior, data access, or other characteristics of the data model.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define at least one annotation for the object in question. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Open the CDS View: Navigate to the CDS view or data definition that is causing the error.
  
  
  Add Annotations: You can add annotations directly in the DDL source code. For example, you might add annotations like @AbapCatalog.sqlViewName, @AbapCatalog.compiler.compareFilter, or any other relevant annotations based on your requirements.
  Example:
  @AbapCatalog.sqlViewName: 'Z_MY_CDS_VIEW'
  @AbapCatalog.compiler.compareFilter: true
  define view Z_My_CDS_View as select from my_table
  {
      key field1,
      field2,
      field3
  }
  
  
  Activate the Object: After adding the necessary annotations, try to activate the CDS view or data definition again.
  
  
  Check Documentation: If you are unsure which annotations to use, refer to the SAP documentation for Core Data Services or the specific annotations relevant to your use case.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Annotations: Annotations in CDS views are used to enhance the metadata and provide additional information about the data model. They can control aspects like UI behavior, data access, and more.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information on annotations and their usage, refer to the official SAP Help Portal or the ABAP Development Tools documentation.
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework that allows you to define semantically rich data models in SAP systems. Understanding how to work with CDS views and annotations is crucial for effective data modeling in SAP.
  
  By ensuring that at least one annotation is defined for your CDS view or data definition, you should be able to resolve the SDDIC_ADT_DDLX067 error.