How To Fix FDT_CP_MSG020 - Object &1 has an unsupported kind '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CP_MSG -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Object &1 has an unsupported kind '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG020 - Object &1 has an unsupported kind '&2' ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG020 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a certain object in the SAP system. Specifically, the message states that the object identified by &1 has an unsupported kind &2. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fiori Design Time (FDT) or when working with the SAP Fiori Elements framework.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Unsupported Object Type: The object type you are trying to use is not supported in the context where it is being referenced. This could be due to using an object that is not compatible with the current version of the SAP system or the Fiori application.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Fiori app or the underlying data model that leads to the system not recognizing the object type.
  Development Errors: If you are developing custom Fiori applications, there may be errors in the code or the metadata that define the object types.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object type you are using is supported in the context of your application. Refer to the SAP documentation for a list of supported object types.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings of your Fiori application and ensure that all objects are correctly defined and compatible with each other.
  Update System: If you are using an older version of SAP, consider updating to a newer version that supports the object types you are trying to use.
  Debugging: If you are developing a custom application, use debugging tools to trace where the error occurs and check the definitions of the objects involved.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that might address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and provides fixes for known issues.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Fiori Elements Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Fiori Elements to understand the supported object types and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error details and context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.