How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED055 - Enumeration type '&1' not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Enumeration type '&1' not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED055 - Enumeration type '&1' not found ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED055 Enumeration type '&1' not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified enumeration type that is referenced in your OData service or model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Enumeration Type: The enumeration type specified in the OData service is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Naming: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the enumeration type reference.
  Model Issues: The OData model might not be properly defined or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the enumeration type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Enumeration Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Check if the enumeration type is defined in your data model.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Ensure that the name of the enumeration type in your OData service matches exactly with the defined enumeration type.
  Check for any typos or case sensitivity issues.
  
  
  
  Activate the Model:
  
  If you have made changes to the model, ensure that you have activated the service and the model.
  Use the Activate option in the Service Builder.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the enumeration type was transported, ensure that the transport request was successful and that the enumeration type is available in the target system.
  You may need to re-transport or manually create the enumeration type if it is missing.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you can debug the OData service to see where the enumeration type is being referenced and gather more context about the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to OData services and enumeration types for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  OData Documentation: Familiarize yourself with OData service development and the use of enumeration types in SAP Gateway.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the enumeration type not being found in your SAP system.