How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME131 - Target key data can be set on entity or entity parameter collections

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Target key data can be set on entity or entity parameter collections

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME131 - Target key data can be set on entity or entity parameter collections ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME131 typically occurs in the context of OData services when there is an issue with the way target key data is being handled in entity or entity parameter collections. This error is often related to the way the OData service is designed or how the data is being sent to the service.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Data Structure: The error may arise if the request payload does not conform to the expected structure defined in the OData service. For example, if you are trying to set key data on a collection instead of a single entity.
  
  
  Entity vs. Collection: The error indicates that the operation is trying to set key data on a collection of entities rather than on a single entity. In OData, key data should only be set on individual entities.
  
  
  Service Implementation Issues: There may be issues in the implementation of the OData service, such as incorrect handling of entity sets or parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Request Payload: Review the request payload being sent to the OData service. Ensure that you are not trying to set key data on a collection. Key data should only be set on individual entities.
  
  
  Correct Entity Usage: If you are working with a collection, ensure that you are correctly referencing the individual entities within that collection when setting key data.
  
  
  Service Definition: Verify the service definition (e.g., the metadata) to ensure that the entity sets and their keys are correctly defined. Make sure that the OData service is designed to handle the operations you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, consider debugging the OData service implementation to identify where the error is being triggered. This can provide insights into whether the issue is with the request or the service logic.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for OData services to ensure that you are following best practices and guidelines for setting key data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Protocol: Understanding the OData protocol and how it handles entities and collections can help in troubleshooting this error.
  SAP Gateway: If you are using SAP Gateway, familiarize yourself with its capabilities and limitations regarding entity handling.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community or forums can provide additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the structure of your request and ensuring that you are correctly handling entities and collections, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME131.