How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED369 - Mapping properties only allowed in "Entity Type-specific" complex types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED -

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Mapping properties only allowed in "Entity Type-specific" complex types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED369 - Mapping properties only allowed in "Entity Type-specific" complex types ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_MED369 indicates that there is an issue with the way mapping properties are defined in your OData service. This error typically arises when you are trying to use mapping properties in a context where they are not allowed, specifically outside of "Entity Type-specific" complex types.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Definition: The error usually occurs when you define mapping properties in a complex type that is not specific to an entity type. Mapping properties are intended to be used only within entity types or complex types that are directly associated with an entity type.
  Service Metadata: If the OData service metadata is incorrectly defined, it may lead to this error. This can happen if the service is trying to expose properties that are not correctly mapped to the underlying data model.
  Model Configuration: There may be issues in the way the data model is configured in the backend, leading to inconsistencies in how the OData service interprets the data structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Data Model: Check the definitions of your entity types and complex types in the data model. Ensure that mapping properties are only defined within entity types or complex types that are directly associated with an entity type.
  Adjust the Mapping: If you find mapping properties defined in a complex type that is not entity-specific, you will need to move those properties to the appropriate entity type or adjust the structure of your complex types.
  Regenerate the Service: After making changes to the data model, regenerate the OData service to ensure that the changes are reflected in the service metadata.
  Check Annotations: Ensure that any annotations related to the properties are correctly defined and do not conflict with the entity type definitions.
  Test the Service: After making the necessary adjustments, test the OData service to ensure that the error is resolved and that the service behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: Understanding how OData services work and the structure of entity types and complex types is crucial. Refer to the SAP documentation on OData services for more details.
  SAP Gateway: If you are using SAP Gateway, familiarize yourself with the concepts of data modeling and service generation within the Gateway framework.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools available in SAP to trace the service calls and identify where the mapping properties are incorrectly defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your OData service is correctly configured.