How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR052 - Custom Field &1: OData Service &2 does not support Basic Search.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR - Custom Fields: Repository Handler

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Custom Field &1: OData Service &2 does not support Basic Search.

What causes this issue?

For property <ZK>ODataServiceKey</> &V2& the property
<ZK>IsSearchRelevant </>in entity set <ZK>ODataUsages </>cannot be set
for property <ZK>Type </>&V3& in entity set <ZK>CustomFields</>.

System Response

System revokes creation of custom field &V1&

How to fix this error?

Set the value of property <ZK>IsSearchRelevant </>in entity set
<ZK>ODataUsages </>to false.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR052 - Custom Field &1: OData Service &2 does not support Basic Search. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR052 indicates that a custom field you are trying to use in an OData service does not support basic search functionality. This typically occurs when the OData service is not configured to handle basic search queries for the specified custom field.
  Cause:
  
  OData Service Configuration: The OData service may not be configured to support basic search for the custom field. This can happen if the field is not included in the service's metadata or if the service is not designed to handle search operations for that field.
  Field Type: The custom field may be of a type that does not support basic search operations, such as complex types or certain data types that are not searchable.
  Service Activation: The OData service may not be properly activated or may not have the necessary annotations to support search functionality.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check OData Service Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Find the OData service in question and check its metadata to ensure that the custom field is included and properly configured for search.
  If the field is missing, you may need to enhance the OData service to include the custom field.
  
  
  
  Enhance the OData Service:
  
  If the custom field is not included in the OData service, you may need to enhance the service by adding the field to the relevant entity type and ensuring it is marked as searchable.
  Use the Service Builder to add the custom field and regenerate the service.
  
  
  
  Check Annotations:
  
  Ensure that the custom field has the appropriate annotations for searchability. You may need to add annotations like @searchable to the field in the service definition.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  After making changes, test the OData service using tools like Postman or the SAP Gateway Client (transaction code /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to ensure that the custom field now supports basic search.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific guidance on enhancing OData services and configuring custom fields.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on configuring OData services.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  OData Documentation: Review the official SAP OData documentation for best practices on service configuration and custom field handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR052 error and enable basic search functionality for your custom field in the OData service.