How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_CP217 - Failed to read EDM property '&1' in structured type '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_CP -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Failed to read EDM property '&1' in structured type '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP217 - Failed to read EDM property '&1' in structured type '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP217 Failed to read EDM property '&1' in structured type '&2' typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there was an issue when trying to read a property from an Entity Data Model (EDM) structured type. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Property: The specified property (&1) does not exist in the structured type (&2). This could be due to a typo or a mismatch in the data model.
  Data Model Changes: If the underlying data model has changed (e.g., properties were added or removed), the OData service may not be updated accordingly.
  Service Registration Issues: The OData service may not be properly registered or activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified property.
  Data Retrieval Issues: There may be issues with the data retrieval logic, such as incorrect joins or filters that prevent the property from being read.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Data Model: Verify that the property exists in the structured type. You can do this by checking the metadata of the OData service.
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the service and its metadata.
  
  
  Update the OData Service: If there have been changes to the underlying data model, regenerate the OData service to reflect those changes.
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to activate or re-register the service.
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the property in question.
  Debug the Service: If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to identify where the failure occurs. You can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code.
  Check for Data Issues: Ensure that the data being retrieved does not have any inconsistencies or issues that could prevent the property from being read.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  OData Documentation: Review the SAP OData documentation for best practices on defining and consuming OData services.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other developer forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /IWBEP/CM_CP217. If the problem persists, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.