How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG148 - The annotation "&1" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 148

• Message text: The annotation "&1" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG148 - The annotation "&1" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG148 indicates that there is an issue with an annotation that is being referenced in your SAP system, specifically that the annotation "&1" does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Semantic Data Definition Language (SDDL) or when working with annotations in OData services or Fiori applications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Annotation: The most common cause is that the annotation being referenced is not defined in the system. This could be due to a typo in the annotation name or the annotation not being created or activated in the relevant metadata.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the OData service or the Fiori application may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for an annotation that is not available.
  Transport Issues: If the annotation was recently added or modified in a different system (like a development system) and not transported correctly to the current system, it may not exist in the current environment.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the frontend and backend components, leading to the frontend looking for annotations that are not available in the backend.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Annotation Definition: Verify that the annotation "&1" is correctly defined in the relevant metadata. You can do this by checking the relevant CDS views or OData service definitions.
  Correct Typos: Ensure that there are no typos in the annotation name. Double-check the spelling and case sensitivity.
  Activate Annotations: If the annotation is defined but not activated, make sure to activate it in the relevant development environment.
  Transport Changes: If the annotation was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the system where the error is occurring.
  Check OData Service: If the error occurs in an OData service, check the service registration in the SAP Gateway and ensure that the service is active and properly configured.
  Frontend and Backend Compatibility: Ensure that the frontend and backend components are compatible and that the necessary annotations are available in both environments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SDDL and OData services for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SDDL and OData services to understand how annotations are defined and used.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for additional error details related to OData services.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.