How To Fix CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG017 - ANNONAME: Empty suffix extension is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: ANNONAME: Empty suffix extension is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG017 - ANNONAME: Empty suffix extension is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG017 ANNONAME: Empty suffix extension is not allowed typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and the SAP ABAP programming environment, particularly when dealing with the SAP Application Development Layer (SADL) and the Model Driven Extension (MDE).
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an issue with the way a data model or an entity is defined in the SAP Gateway service. Specifically, it indicates that there is an attempt to use a suffix extension that is empty or not properly defined. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The service or model might be incorrectly configured, leading to an empty suffix being referenced.
  Model Definition Issues: There may be issues in the way the data model is defined, such as missing or incorrectly specified suffixes for entities.
  Code Issues: If you are using custom code or extensions, there might be a bug or oversight in how suffixes are being handled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Model Definitions: Review the definitions of your data models and ensure that all entities have properly defined suffixes. Make sure that no suffix is left empty.
  
  
  Review Service Configuration: Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) and check the service configuration. Ensure that all necessary fields and suffixes are correctly defined.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the relevant parts of the code where the error is being triggered. Look for any references to suffixes and ensure they are being populated correctly.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as this might be a known issue that has been addressed in a later release.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for SADL and MDE to ensure that you are following best practices for model definitions and service configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: A technology that allows you to connect devices, environments, and applications to SAP systems.
  SADL (SAP Application Development Layer): A framework that simplifies the development of applications by providing a model-driven approach.
  MDE (Model Driven Extension): An extension of SADL that allows for more complex data models and interactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message.