How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT088 - You have defined &1 parameters. For NOT only one parameters supported.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: You have defined &1 parameters. For NOT only one parameters supported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT088 - You have defined &1 parameters. For NOT only one parameters supported. ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT088 indicates that there is an issue with the number of parameters defined in your OData service. Specifically, it states that you have defined multiple parameters for a function import or an operation, but the system only supports a single parameter.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Function Import Definition: You have defined a function import in your OData service with more than one parameter, but the OData protocol only allows for a single parameter in certain contexts.
  Service Implementation: The implementation of the service might be expecting a single parameter, but the definition allows for multiple.
  Incorrect Configuration: There might be a misconfiguration in the service definition or the way the service is being called.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Function Import Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Locate the function import that is causing the issue.
  Check the parameters defined for that function import. If there are multiple parameters, consider consolidating them into a single parameter or changing the design to accommodate the OData standards.
  
  
  
  Modify the Service Implementation:
  
  If your business logic requires multiple parameters, consider creating a single complex type parameter that encapsulates the multiple values you need to pass.
  Alternatively, you can create multiple function imports if they serve different purposes.
  
  
  
  Check OData Service Call:
  
  Ensure that the client calling the OData service is correctly formatted to match the expected input. If the service expects a single parameter, ensure that the call is made accordingly.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Service:
  
  After making changes to the function import definition, regenerate the service and activate it to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  Use tools like SAP Gateway Client or Postman to test the OData service after making the necessary changes to ensure that it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Protocol: Familiarize yourself with the OData protocol specifications, especially regarding function imports and parameters.
  SAP Gateway Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on defining and implementing OData services.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your OData service functions correctly.