How To Fix FIN_ODATA_GL004 - Specify '&1' in the select options

FIN_ODATA_GL004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_ODATA_GL - Messages for Package APPL_FIN_ODATA_GL

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Specify '&1' in the select options

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL004 - Specify '&1' in the select options ?

  The SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL004 typically occurs in the context of OData services when a required parameter is not specified in the selection options. This error indicates that a specific field (denoted by &1) must be provided in the request to successfully execute the OData query.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a mandatory selection parameter in the OData request. This could happen due to:
  
  The user not providing the required input in the selection fields.
  A misconfiguration in the OData service or the underlying data model.
  An issue with the frontend application that is not sending the necessary parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FIN_ODATA_GL004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Identify the field that is indicated by &1 in the error message. This field is mandatory for the OData query to execute successfully. Ensure that you are providing a value for this field in your request.
  
  
  Review OData Service Documentation: Consult