How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST020 - Property '&1' is not nullable. But its value control indicates null.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Property '&1' is not nullable. But its value control indicates null.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST020 - Property '&1' is not nullable. But its value control indicates null. ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST020 Property '&1' is not nullable. But its value control indicates null. typically occurs in the context of OData services when there is a mismatch between the expected data model and the actual data being processed. This error indicates that a property in your OData entity is defined as non-nullable, but the value being passed for that property is null.
  Cause:
  
  Data Model Definition: The property in the OData service is defined as non-nullable in the metadata (e.g., in the EDM model), meaning it must always have a value.
  Data Input: The data being sent to the OData service (e.g., during an update or create operation) contains a null value for this property, which violates the non-nullable constraint.
  Client-Side Logic: There may be an issue in the client-side logic (e.g., UI5 application) where the property is not being set correctly before the request is sent.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Metadata: Review the OData service metadata to confirm the property definition. Ensure that it is indeed marked as non-nullable.
  Validate Input Data: Before sending data to the OData service, validate that all non-nullable properties have valid values. Implement checks in your application to ensure that these properties are populated.
  Debug Client Logic: If you are using a UI5 application or another client, debug the code to ensure that the property is being set correctly before the OData request is made.
  Default Values: If applicable, consider providing default values for non-nullable properties in your application logic to avoid sending null values.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application to catch and manage such errors gracefully, providing feedback to the user if required fields are missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Service Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific OData service you are working with to understand the expected data structure and constraints.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific version of the OData service you are using.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools available in your development environment (e.g., Chrome Developer Tools for UI5 applications) to inspect the network requests and responses to identify where the null value is being introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.