How To Fix GENIL_WCF103 - Relation &1: source object &2 does not exist in current model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENIL_WCF - Messages for genIL Model Editor

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Relation &1: source object &2 does not exist in current model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENIL_WCF103 - Relation &1: source object &2 does not exist in current model ?

  The SAP error message GENIL_WCF103 indicates that there is an issue with a relation in the SAP Gateway framework, specifically that the source object referenced in the relation does not exist in the current model. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Gateway and the underlying data model used in the application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object: The source object (e.g., an entity or a data model) that is being referenced in the relation does not exist in the current data model. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incomplete model definition.
  Model Changes: If the data model has been changed (e.g., an entity was deleted or renamed) and the relation still references the old entity, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the model was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary objects, this error may arise.
  Namespace Issues: The object might exist in a different namespace or package that is not currently active or accessible.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the source object (entity) exists in the current model. You can do this by checking the data model in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Update Relations: If the object has been renamed or deleted, update the relations in the model to point to the correct or existing object.
  Rebuild the Model: If there have been significant changes, consider regenerating the model or re-activating the service to ensure that all references are correctly updated.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  Namespace Verification: Ensure that the object is in the correct namespace and that there are no conflicts with other objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for managing OData services and SE80 for accessing the Object Navigator.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, consider debugging the service to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context about the missing object.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP Gateway version you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations or features that could affect the model.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GENIL_WCF103 error and implement a solution to resolve it.