How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED132 - Ref. constr.: Nav. prop. '&1' in '&2': principal property '&3' not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED -

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Ref. constr.: Nav. prop. '&1' in '&2': principal property '&3' not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED132 - Ref. constr.: Nav. prop. '&1' in '&2': principal property '&3' not found ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED132 typically occurs in the context of OData services when there is an issue with navigation properties in the data model. This error indicates that a principal property referenced in a navigation property is not found. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  
  Cause: The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  The navigation property defined in the OData service is referencing a principal property that does not exist in the entity type.
  There may be a mismatch in the naming of the properties, such as a typo or incorrect casing.
  The entity type might not be properly defined in the data model, or the associations between entities are not correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Entity Definition: Verify that the entity type associated with the navigation property is correctly defined in the data model. Ensure that the principal property exists and is correctly named.
  Review Navigation Properties: Look at the navigation properties in the OData service definition. Ensure that they are correctly pointing to the right entity types and that the principal properties they reference are defined.
  Check Associations: Ensure that the associations between the entities are correctly defined. This includes checking the cardinality and the navigation properties in both the source and target entities.
  Regenerate the Service: If you have made changes to the data model, regenerate the OData service to ensure that the changes are reflected in the service metadata.
  Test the Service: After making the necessary corrections, test the OData service again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Service Metadata: You can access the service metadata (usually at the URL .../$metadata) to inspect the entity types, properties, and associations defined in your OData service.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, consider using transaction codes like SE80 or SE11 to inspect the data model and entity definitions directly.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED132.