How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_APPS074 - Content type of stream property '&1' has an unsupported value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_APPS -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Content type of stream property '&1' has an unsupported value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_APPS074 - Content type of stream property '&1' has an unsupported value ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_APPS074 indicates that there is an issue with the content type of a stream property in an OData service. This error typically arises when the content type specified for a stream property is not supported or is incorrectly defined in the service metadata.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Content Type: The content type specified for the stream property is not recognized by the OData service. This could happen if the content type is not one of the standard MIME types supported by OData.
  Incorrect Metadata Definition: The metadata for the OData service may not be correctly defined, leading to the service not recognizing the content type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the backend system that prevent the correct handling of stream properties.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Content Type: Verify the content type being used for the stream property. Ensure that it is a valid MIME type (e.g., image/jpeg, application/pdf, etc.) and is supported by the OData service.
  Update Metadata: If the content type is correct, check the service metadata (EDMX file) to ensure that the stream property is defined correctly. You may need to regenerate the metadata if changes were made.
  Review Service Implementation: If you are developing the OData service, review the implementation to ensure that the stream property is being handled correctly and that the content type is being set appropriately.
  Check OData Version: Ensure that you are using a compatible version of OData that supports the features you are trying to implement.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for OData services to ensure that you are following the best practices and guidelines for defining stream properties.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Documentation: Review the official OData documentation for information on supported content types and how to define stream properties.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling stream properties in OData services.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP community forums or support channels to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.