How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME104 - The provided data is not a proper key data structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: The provided data is not a proper key data structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME104 - The provided data is not a proper key data structure ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME104 indicates that the data provided in a request does not conform to the expected key data structure for an OData service. This typically occurs when the key fields required to identify a specific entity are either missing, incorrectly formatted, or do not match the expected structure defined in the OData service metadata.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Key Fields: The request does not include all the required key fields that uniquely identify the entity.
  Incorrect Key Format: The key fields are present but are not formatted correctly (e.g., wrong data type, incorrect casing).
  Incorrect Entity Type: The request might be targeting the wrong entity type or endpoint.
  Service Metadata Changes: If the OData service metadata has changed (e.g., new keys added or existing keys modified), the client application may not be updated accordingly.
  URL Encoding Issues: If the keys are part of the URL, improper encoding can lead to misinterpretation of the key values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Required Keys: Review the OData service metadata (usually accessible via the $metadata endpoint) to identify the required key fields for the entity you are trying to access.
  Validate Key Values: Ensure that the key values provided in the request match the expected format and data types as defined in the metadata.
  Update Client Application: If there have been changes to the OData service, ensure that the client application is updated to reflect these changes.
  Correct URL Encoding: If the keys are part of the URL, ensure that they are properly URL-encoded to avoid issues with special characters.
  Test with Sample Data: Use sample data that is known to work to test the service and isolate the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Service Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific OData service you are using to understand the expected key structure.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific OData service or error message.
  Debugging Tools: Use tools like Postman or SAP Gateway Client to test OData requests and inspect the responses for more detailed error information.
  SAP Community: Engage with the 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 cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.