How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING162 - CDS view &1 is an analytic query, but query is inactive.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 162

• Message text: CDS view &1 is an analytic query, but query is inactive.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING162 - CDS view &1 is an analytic query, but query is inactive. ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING162 indicates that a Core Data Services (CDS) view is defined as an analytic query, but it is currently inactive. This can prevent the query from being executed or used in reporting tools like SAP Analytics Cloud or SAP Fiori applications.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Query: The CDS view is marked as an analytic query but has not been activated. In SAP, analytic queries need to be activated to be usable.
  Development Environment: The query might be in a development environment where it has not been transported or activated properly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate or execute the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the CDS View:
  
  Go to the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) in Eclipse or the SAP GUI.
  Locate the CDS view in the repository.
  Right-click on the CDS view and select "Activate" to activate the query.
  Ensure that there are no syntax errors or issues in the CDS view that could prevent activation.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like tables, other views, etc.) are also active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the CDS view is in a development environment, ensure that it has been included in a transport request and moved to the appropriate environment (e.g., quality or production).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate and execute the CDS view. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Query Definition:
  
  Review the definition of the CDS view to ensure it is correctly defined as an analytic query. Check for any annotations that may be required for it to function as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) is a framework for defining and consuming semantically rich data models in SAP systems.
  Analytic Queries: These are a specific type of CDS view designed for reporting and analytics, often used in conjunction with SAP Fiori and SAP Analytics Cloud.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on creating and managing CDS views and analytic queries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRF_AUTHORING162 error and successfully activate your CDS view for use in analytic queries.