How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED360 - Entity type not found due to not unique provider info '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED -

• Message number: 360

• Message text: Entity type not found due to not unique provider info '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED360 - Entity type not found due to not unique provider info '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED360 Entity type not found due to not unique provider info '&1' typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a unique entity type for the specified provider information, which can lead to issues when trying to access or manipulate data through OData services.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Unique Provider Information: The error suggests that there are multiple entries in the metadata that match the provider information specified, leading to ambiguity.
  Incorrect Configuration: The OData service might not be configured correctly, or there may be issues with the service registration.
  Duplicate Entity Types: There may be duplicate entity types defined in the service or in the underlying data model.
  Caching Issues: Sometimes, caching issues can lead to the system not recognizing the latest changes in the service or data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata: Review the metadata of the OData service to ensure that the entity types are defined uniquely. You can access the metadata by appending $metadata to the service URL.
  Service Registration: Ensure that the OData service is correctly registered in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Remove Duplicates: If there are duplicate entity types, you may need to remove or rename them to ensure uniqueness.
  Clear Cache: Clear the cache of the OData service. You can do this by using transaction code /IWFND/CACHE and selecting the appropriate options to clear the cache.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or service, ensure that these changes have been activated and are reflected in the service.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context about the provider information being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To manage OData services.
  /IWFND/CACHE: To clear the cache for OData services.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on defining entity types and managing OData services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.