How To Fix SIW378 - Field &1 (IDT &2) has invalid or missing CDT &3

SIW378 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIW - Service Implementation Workbench

• Message number: 378

• Message text: Field &1 (IDT &2) has invalid or missing CDT &3

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIW378 - Field &1 (IDT &2) has invalid or missing CDT &3 ?

  The SAP error message SIW378 indicates that there is an issue with a field in the Information Design Tool (IDT) related to a missing or invalid Core Data Type (CDT). This error typically arises when you are working with data sources in SAP BusinessObjects or when designing a universe.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid or Missing Core Data Type (CDT): The field specified in the error message is either not associated with a valid CDT or the CDT is missing from the repository.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not be properly configured, or the connection to the database may have issues.
  Changes in the Data Model: If there have been changes in the underlying database schema or data model, it may lead to fields being misconfigured or missing.
  Corrupted Metadata: Sometimes, the metadata in the IDT can become corrupted, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Field Configuration:
  
  Open the IDT and navigate to the field mentioned in the