How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_CP014 - Cross-service references ('&1') are not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_CP -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Cross-service references ('&1') are not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP014 - Cross-service references ('&1') are not supported ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP014 Cross-service references ('&1') are not supported typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there is an attempt to reference entities or properties across different OData services, which is not supported in the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Cross-Service References: The error arises when an OData service tries to reference an entity or property from another OData service. SAP Gateway does not support cross-service references due to the way OData services are designed to be independent.
  Service Configuration: The services may not be properly configured to allow for such references, or the entities may not be correctly defined in the service metadata.
  Data Model Design: The underlying data model may be designed in a way that requires cross-service references, which is against the OData protocol's principles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refactor the Data Model: If possible, refactor your data model to avoid cross-service references. This may involve consolidating related entities into a single OData service.
  Use Navigation Properties: If the entities are related, consider using navigation properties within the same service instead of trying to reference them across different services.
  Create a Composite Service: If you need to access data from multiple services, consider creating a composite OData service that aggregates the required entities into a single service.
  Check Service Definitions: Review the service definitions and ensure that all entities and their relationships are correctly defined within the same service.
  Update Service Metadata: If changes are made to the data model or service definitions, ensure that the service metadata is updated and regenerated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates regarding this error.
  OData Documentation: Review the OData documentation for best practices on service design and entity relationships.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for detailed error logs that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the /IWBEP/CM_CP014 error in your SAP environment.