/IWBEP/SBOD166 - ABAP field name '&1' is not part of the ABAP structure '&2&3&4'

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: ABAP field name '&1' is not part of the ABAP structure '&2&3&4'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD166 - ABAP field name '&1' is not part of the ABAP structure '&2&3&4' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD166 indicates that there is an issue with an ABAP field name that is not recognized as part of a specified ABAP structure. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is a mismatch between the expected fields in the data model and the actual fields defined in the ABAP structure.
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Mismatch: The field name specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the ABAP structure (&2&3&4). This can happen if:
  
  The field was removed or renamed in the ABAP structure.
  The OData service is expecting a field that is not defined in the underlying data model.
  There is a typo in the field name or structure name.
  
  
  
  Model Definition Issues: If the OData service is based on a data model that has not been properly defined or updated, it may reference fields that are no longer valid.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the OData service or the underlying data model, it is possible that the service is referencing an outdated version of the structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the ABAP Structure: 
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the structure defined for the OData service. Ensure that the field &1 is indeed part of the structure &2&3&4.
  If the field is missing, you may need to add it or adjust the OData service to not expect that field.
  
  
  
  Update the OData Service:
  
  If the structure has changed, regenerate the OData service to reflect the current structure. You can do this using transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to maintain the service and regenerate the metadata.
  
  
  
  Check Service Implementation:
  
  Review the implementation of the OData service (e.g., the DPC and MPC classes) to ensure that they are correctly referencing the fields in the ABAP structure.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, caching issues can cause discrepancies. Clear the cache for the OData service using transaction /IWFND/CACHE and then test the service again.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the error is occurring. This can provide insights into why the field is being referenced incorrectly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: OData Service Maintenance
  /IWFND/CACHE: OData Cache Management
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for OData services and ABAP structures for more detailed guidance on how to define and manage these components.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.