/IWBEP/SBOD292 - ABAP Type '&1' for property '&2' is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 292

• Message text: ABAP Type '&1' for property '&2' is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD292 - ABAP Type '&1' for property '&2' is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD292 indicates that there is an issue with the ABAP type being used for a property in an OData service. Specifically, it means that the ABAP type specified (represented by &1) is not supported for the property (represented by &2) in the context of the OData service.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Data Type: The ABAP type being used for the property is not compatible with the OData service. OData has specific data types that it supports, and if an unsupported type is used, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be a mismatch between the ABAP data type and the expected OData data type. For example, using a complex type or a type that is not recognized by the OData framework.
  Model Definition Issues: The issue could arise from how the data model is defined in the ABAP backend. If the model is not correctly defined or if there are inconsistencies, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the ABAP data types used in the data model. Ensure that they are compatible with the OData types. Common supported types include:
  
  String
  Int32
  Decimal
  Boolean
  DateTime
  Binary
  
  
  
  Modify the Data Model: If you find that an unsupported type is being used, consider changing the property type to a supported OData type. This may involve modifying the ABAP structure or class that defines the OData entity.
  
  
  Update the Service: After making changes to the data model, regenerate the OData service and update the service definition in the SAP Gateway. This can be done using transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  
  
  Check Annotations: If you are using annotations in your OData service, ensure that they are correctly defined and that they match the expected types.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the OData service to ensure that the error is resolved and that the service behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the OData data types and their mappings to ABAP types. This can help in understanding which types are supported.
  SAP Gateway Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Gateway documentation for guidelines on defining OData services and supported data types.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /IWBEP/REG_SERVICE to register or update OData services and /IWBEP/ERROR_LOG to check for additional error logs related to OData services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWBEP/SBOD292 and ensure that your OData service is functioning correctly.