How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_CP103 - Provided sort order table for orderby contains unkown sort order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_CP -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Provided sort order table for orderby contains unkown sort order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP103 - Provided sort order table for orderby contains unkown sort order ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP103 indicates that there is an issue with the sort order specified in an OData service. Specifically, it means that the sort order table provided for the orderby clause contains an unknown sort order. This typically occurs when the OData service is trying to process a request that includes sorting, but the specified sort order is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause
  
  Invalid Sort Order: The sort order specified in the request may not match any of the fields defined in the OData service metadata.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the field name or sort order specified in the request.
  Field Not Exposed: The field you are trying to sort by may not be exposed in the OData service.
  Service Metadata Issues: The service metadata might not be up to date, leading to discrepancies between the expected and actual fields.
  
  Solution
  
  Check the Request: Review the OData request to ensure that the orderby clause is correctly specified. Make sure that the field names are spelled correctly and match those defined in the service metadata.
  Review Service Metadata: Access the OData service metadata (usually available at the URL ending with $metadata) to confirm that the fields you are trying to sort by are indeed available and correctly defined.
  Update Service: If the field is not exposed or if there are changes in the underlying data model, you may need to update the OData service to include the necessary fields.
  Check for Changes: If the OData service has been recently modified, ensure that the changes have been properly activated and that the service is up to date.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can debug the OData service to see how it processes the orderby clause and identify where the error occurs.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP OData Services: Understanding how OData services work in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to data retrieval and manipulation.
  SAP Gateway: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Gateway framework, as it is responsible for exposing OData services and handling requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling OData errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWBEP/CM_CP103 error in your SAP OData service.