How To Fix CL_SEA_MESSAGES161 - Details of a non XSD Type cannot be modified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SEA_MESSAGES - Message class for SEW tool

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Details of a non XSD Type cannot be modified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_SEA_MESSAGES161 - Details of a non XSD Type cannot be modified ?

  The SAP error message CL_SEA_MESSAGES161 with the description "Details of a non XSD Type cannot be modified" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) or when working with Web Services and XML Schema Definitions (XSD). This error indicates that there is an attempt to modify the details of a data type that is not defined as an XSD type, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Non-XSD Type: The error arises when you are trying to modify a structure or data type that is not based on an XSD definition. In SAP, certain data types are expected to conform to XSD standards, and modifications to these types are restricted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the service interface or the data types being used in the service definition.
  Incompatible Data Types: The data type you are trying to modify may not be compatible with the expected XSD types defined in the service.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types being used in your service interface. Ensure that you are only attempting to modify types that are defined as XSD types.
  Use XSD Types: If you need to modify a data structure, consider creating or using an existing XSD type that meets your requirements.
  Review Service Interface: Go through the service interface configuration to ensure that all data types are correctly defined and that you are not trying to modify a non-XSD type.
  Regenerate Service: If changes were made to the data types or service interface, regenerate the service to ensure that all definitions are up to date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on working with XSD types and service interfaces.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to identify where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the data types involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your service definitions are correctly configured.