How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED288 - Value control property '&1' in complex type '&2' has incorrect facets

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED -

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Value control property '&1' in complex type '&2' has incorrect facets

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED288 - Value control property '&1' in complex type '&2' has incorrect facets ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED288 indicates that there is an issue with the value control property of a complex type in an OData service. This error typically arises when the value of a property does not conform to the defined facets (constraints) of that property in the OData model. Facets can include constraints such as minimum and maximum values, length restrictions, or specific patterns that the value must match.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The value being passed does not match the expected data type defined in the OData model.
  Value Constraints: The value does not meet the defined constraints (facets) such as length, range, or pattern.
  Model Definition Issues: There may be discrepancies in the way the complex type is defined in the OData service metadata.
  Mapping Issues: If the data is being mapped from a backend system, there may be issues in how the data is being transformed or mapped to the OData model.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the OData Model: Review the definition of the complex type and its properties in the OData service metadata. Ensure that the facets (constraints) are correctly defined.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being sent to the OData service conforms to the expected types and constraints. This includes checking:
  
  Data types (e.g., string, integer, date)
  Length restrictions (e.g., maximum length for strings)
  Value ranges (e.g., minimum and maximum values for numbers)
  Patterns (e.g., regex patterns for strings)
  
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend system, you can debug the data being sent to the OData service to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  Adjust the Data: If the input data is incorrect, modify it to meet the required constraints before sending it to the OData service.
  
  
  Update the OData Service: If the complex type definition is incorrect or needs to be updated, you may need to modify the OData service definition in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for OData services and the specific complex type you are working with to understand the expected structure and constraints.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  OData Service Metadata: You can access the metadata of your OData service (usually at the URL .../sap/opu/odata/sap/<service_name>/$metadata) to review the definitions of complex types and their properties.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.