How To Fix /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API051 - Source Attribute has to have a data type RAW with length 16 (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Source Attribute has to have a data type RAW with length 16 (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API051 - Source Attribute has to have a data type RAW with length 16 (&1) ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API051 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a source attribute in a Business Object Framework (BOF) configuration model. Specifically, it states that the source attribute must have a data type of RAW with a length of 16 bytes.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The source attribute defined in the configuration model does not match the expected data type and length.
  The attribute is expected to hold a binary value (such as a UUID or a similar identifier) that requires a RAW data type of 16 bytes.
  There may be a mismatch in the data model or configuration settings where the attribute is defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration model in the SAP system.
  Verify the data type of the source attribute that is causing the error. Ensure that it is set to RAW and has a length of 16.
  
  
  
  Modify the Attribute:
  
  If the data type is incorrect, modify the attribute definition to change its data type to RAW and set the length to 16.
  Save the changes and activate the configuration model.
  
  
  
  Review Related Objects:
  
  Check if there are any related objects or dependencies that might also need to be adjusted to ensure compatibility with the new data type.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to the Business Object Framework and data types.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after making the changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Object Framework (BOF): This is a framework in SAP that allows for the creation and management of business objects, which encapsulate business logic and data.
  Data Types in SAP: Understanding the different data types (e.g., CHAR, VARCHAR, RAW) and their lengths is crucial for proper data modeling in SAP.
  UUIDs: If the attribute is intended to store a UUID, ensure that the generation and handling of UUIDs are correctly implemented in your application logic.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your configuration model is correctly set up.