How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_CP102 - Provided sort order table for orderby is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_CP -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Provided sort order table for orderby is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP102 - Provided sort order table for orderby is initial ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP102 with the description "Provided sort order table for orderby is initial" typically occurs in the context of OData services when there is an issue with the sorting parameters being passed to the service. This error indicates that the sort order table, which is expected to contain sorting criteria, is empty or not provided.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Sort Order: The most common cause of this error is that the client application (e.g., an SAP Fiori app or another OData consumer) is not sending any sorting parameters in the request.
  Incorrect Request Format: The request might not be formatted correctly, leading to the absence of sort order information.
  Service Configuration: The OData service might not be configured to handle sorting properly, or the entity set might not support sorting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Request: Ensure that the request being sent to the OData service includes valid sorting parameters. For example, if you are using an OData query, make sure to include $orderby with the appropriate field names.
  
  Example: GET /yourService/EntitySet?$orderby=FieldName asc
  
  
  
  Modify Client Application: If you are developing a client application, ensure that it constructs the OData requests correctly, including any necessary sorting parameters.
  
  
  Service Implementation: If you are the developer of the OData service, check the implementation of the service to ensure that it correctly handles sorting. You may need to implement logic to process the sort order if it is not already present.
  
  
  Check Entity Set Configuration: Verify that the entity set in the OData service is configured to support sorting. This can be done in the service definition or the underlying data model.
  
  
  Debugging: Use debugging tools or logs to trace the request and response. This can help identify if the sorting parameters are being stripped out or not sent at all.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Protocol: Understanding the OData protocol and how it handles query options like $orderby can be beneficial.
  SAP Gateway: Familiarize yourself with SAP Gateway and how it processes OData requests, including sorting and filtering.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling sorting in OData services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your OData service can handle sorting as expected.