How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP115 - Extended entity type required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Extended entity type required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP115 - Extended entity type required ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP115 Extended entity type required typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the system is expecting an extended entity type but is not able to find it. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Extended Entity Type: The error usually arises when the OData service is trying to access an extended entity type that has not been defined or is not available in the service metadata.
  Service Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service, such as missing associations or navigation properties.
  Model Definition Issues: The data model may not be correctly defined in the service implementation, leading to the inability to resolve the extended entity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Metadata: 
  
  Access the OData service metadata (usually available at the URL http://<host>:<port>/sap/opu/odata/sap/<service_name>/$metadata) and verify if the extended entity type is defined.
  Ensure that the entity type you are trying to access is correctly defined in the service.
  
  
  
  Update Service Implementation:
  
  If the extended entity type is missing, you may need to implement it in the service. This can involve creating a new entity type or extending an existing one in the Data Model.
  Use the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) to modify the service definition.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Service:
  
  After making changes to the data model, regenerate the service. This can be done in the Service Builder by right-clicking on the service and selecting "Generate Runtime Objects".
  
  
  
  Check Annotations:
  
  Ensure that the annotations for the extended entity type are correctly defined. Annotations can affect how the entity types are interpreted by the OData service.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the OData service again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: Understanding how SAP Gateway works and how to define OData services is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of entity types, associations, and navigation properties.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the service implementation to trace where the error is occurring.
  
  Conclusion:
  The /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP115 Extended entity type required error is typically related to missing or misconfigured entity types in an OData service. By checking the service metadata, updating the service implementation, and ensuring proper configuration, you can resolve this issue.