How To Fix /IWBEP/SBDM070 - Relation type '&1' is not supported for node type '&2' in plug-in '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBDM -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Relation type '&1' is not supported for node type '&2' in plug-in '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBDM070 - Relation type '&1' is not supported for node type '&2' in plug-in '&3' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBDM070 Relation type '&1' is not supported for node type '&2' in plug-in '&3' typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there is an issue with the relationship type defined in your data model for a specific node type in the service.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Relation Type: The relation type specified (represented by &1) is not valid for the node type (represented by &2) in the context of the specified plug-in (represented by &3). This could be due to a mismatch between the defined relationships in your data model and the actual capabilities of the node type.
  Model Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data model or the service definition that do not align with the expected relationships.
  Version Compatibility: The error might also arise if there are compatibility issues between the versions of the SAP Gateway and the data model being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model: Review the data model to ensure that the relationship types defined are appropriate for the node types being used. Make sure that the relationships are correctly configured in the service definition.
  Adjust Relationships: If the relationship type is indeed unsupported for the node type, consider changing the relationship type to one that is supported or modifying the node type to accommodate the desired relationship.
  Update Service: If changes are made to the data model, ensure that the OData service is re-generated and activated to reflect those changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version of the Gateway you are using to understand the supported relationship types for the node types in your model.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the service to trace where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the data being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: This is a technology that allows you to connect devices, environments, and applications to SAP systems via OData services.
  OData Services: These services are used to expose data from SAP systems in a standardized way, allowing for easy consumption by various clients.
  Data Model: In the context of SAP Gateway, the data model defines the structure of the data, including entities, relationships, and attributes.
  
  If you continue to face issues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a technical expert who specializes in SAP Gateway and OData services.