How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED313 - Scale combination invalid on property '&1' (entity type '&2')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED -

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Scale combination invalid on property '&1' (entity type '&2')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED313 - Scale combination invalid on property '&1' (entity type '&2') ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED313 Scale combination invalid on property '&1' (entity type '&2') typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there is an issue with the scale combination of a property in an entity type when trying to access or manipulate data through an OData service.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Scale Combination: The error usually arises when the scale or precision defined for a property in the data model does not match the actual data being processed. For example, if a property is defined to accept a certain number of decimal places, but the incoming data has more decimal places than allowed, this error can occur.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the property in the OData service may not align with the data being sent or received, leading to validation issues.
  Model Definition Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the way the entity type and its properties are defined in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model: Review the data model definition for the entity type and the specific property mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the scale and precision settings are appropriate for the data being processed.
  Validate Incoming Data: If you are sending data to the OData service, ensure that the data conforms to the expected format, scale, and precision defined in the model.
  Adjust Property Definition: If necessary, adjust the property definition in the OData service to accommodate the scale of the incoming data. This may involve changing the data type or modifying the scale and precision settings.
  Test with Sample Data: Use sample data that matches the expected format to test the OData service and ensure that it processes the data correctly without triggering the error.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging for the OData service to trace the exact point of failure and gather more context about the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: This error is related to the SAP Gateway framework, which facilitates the creation of OData services.
  OData Services: Understanding how OData services work, including entity types, properties, and data types, can help in troubleshooting such issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage OData services and /IWBEP/REG_SERVICE to register or check the status of services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.