How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF131 - Template ID '&' has no corresponding CDS view and can't be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Template ID '&' has no corresponding CDS view and can't be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF131 - Template ID '&' has no corresponding CDS view and can't be used ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF131 indicates that a specific template ID is being referenced in a workflow or process, but there is no corresponding Core Data Services (CDS) view associated with that template ID. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP Business Workflow or SAP Fiori applications that rely on CDS views for data retrieval.
  Cause:
  
  Missing CDS View: The most common cause is that the CDS view that is supposed to be associated with the specified template ID does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Template ID: The template ID being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the template was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary CDS view.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the CDS view, even if it exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for CDS View: Verify if the CDS view associated with the template ID exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the CDS view.
  Correct Template ID: Ensure that the template ID being used is correct. Check the configuration or the code where the template ID is referenced.
  Transport Check: If the template was transported, ensure that the transport request included the CDS view and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view. You can check this with transaction SU53 after attempting to access the view.
  Recreate the CDS View: If the CDS view is missing and you have the definition, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific template ID and its associated CDS view for any additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific template ID or CDS view.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the workflow execution to identify where the error is occurring and gather more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.