How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG114 - The association & is not used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 114

• Message text: The association & is not used

What causes this issue?

An association is neither used within the CDS view in a path expression
nor exposed externally in the selection list.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG114 - The association & is not used ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG114 indicates that there is an issue with an association in the context of the SAP Data Dictionary or the Service Definition Language (SDL) used in SAP applications. Specifically, the message states that the association defined is not being utilized in the context where it is expected.
  Cause:
  
  Unused Association: The association defined in the data model is not referenced or used in any entity or service definition. This can happen if the association was created but not linked to any entity or if the entity that was supposed to use it has been modified or deleted.
  Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as removing or renaming entities or associations, can lead to this error if the association is left dangling.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the service definition or data model that prevent the association from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Data Model: Check the data model to ensure that the association is correctly defined and is intended to be used. If it is not needed, consider removing it.
  Link the Association: If the association is supposed to be used, ensure that it is correctly linked to the relevant entities or service definitions. Update the service definition to include the association where necessary.
  Delete Unused Associations: If the association is truly not needed, you can delete it from the data model to resolve the error.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or references that might be affected by removing or modifying the association.
  Rebuild the Model: In some cases, it may be necessary to regenerate or rebuild the data model or service definition to ensure that all associations are correctly recognized.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on defining and managing associations in the data model.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to inspect and modify the data model.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the association is expected but not found.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SDDL_PARSER_MSG114 error and ensure that your data model is correctly configured.