How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG172 - Entity "&1" cannot be used as the data source

SDDL_PARSER_MSG172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Entity "&1" cannot be used as the data source

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SDDL_PARSER_MSG172 - Details

• The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG172, which states "Entity '&1' cannot be used as the data source," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data modeling or data source configuration, particularly when working with SAP HANA or SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the specified entity (denoted by "&1") is not valid for use as a data source in the context you are trying to use it.
  Causes:
  
  
  Entity Type: The entity you are trying to use may not be of a type that is allowed as a data source. For example, certain entities may be restricted to specific contexts or may not be designed to serve as data sources.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data model or the data source settings that prevent the entity from being recognized as a valid data source.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the entity, leading