How To Fix CFD_GW_UI012 - Exactly one custom field expected

CFD_GW_UI012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_GW_UI - TechnicalMessages for Custom Field Maintenance oData Service

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Exactly one custom field expected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_GW_UI012 - Exactly one custom field expected ?

  The SAP error message CFD_GW_UI012, which states "Exactly one custom field expected," typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or when working with custom fields in the SAP Cloud Platform. This error indicates that the system expected exactly one custom field to be provided, but either none or more than one was found.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The custom fields may not be configured correctly in the backend system or in the Fiori app.
  Multiple Custom Fields: The application might be trying to process multiple custom fields when it is only designed to handle one.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model where the expected structure does not match the actual data being sent or received.
  API Misconfiguration: If you are using an OData service, the service might be misconfigured to return multiple custom fields instead of a single one.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Custom Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the Custom Fields and Logic app