How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG361 - $$projection is not supported in view cache definitions

SDDL_PARSER_MSG361 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 361

• Message text: $$projection is not supported in view cache definitions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG361 - $$projection is not supported in view cache definitions ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG361 with the description $$projection is not supported in view cache definitions typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA or when working with SAP's data modeling tools, particularly when defining views in the SAP HANA database.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to use a projection in a view cache definition. In SAP HANA, a projection is a way to define a subset of columns from a table or view. However, certain types of views, especially those that are cached, do not support the use of projections. This limitation is in place because caching mechanisms require a stable and predictable structure, which projections can disrupt.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the View Definition: Check the definition of the view where the error is occurring. Look for any use of projections ($$projection) in the view cache definition.
  
  
  Remove Projections: If you find that projections