How To Fix /IWBEP/SBDM074 - Source node of copy operation must not be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBDM -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Source node of copy operation must not be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBDM074 - Source node of copy operation must not be initial ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBDM074 indicates that there is an issue with a copy operation in the context of the SAP Gateway or OData services. Specifically, the error message states that the "source node of the copy operation must not be initial," which means that the system is trying to perform a copy operation where the source node (the data or entity you are trying to copy from) is empty or not defined.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Source Node: The source node that you are trying to copy from is not populated with any data. This could happen if the data retrieval logic is not functioning correctly or if the source data does not exist.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an issue with the mapping of the source node in the OData service, leading to it being treated as empty.
  Data Model Issues: There could be issues in the data model definition, such as missing associations or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Data: Ensure that the source node you are trying to copy from is populated with data. You can do this by checking the underlying database or the data model to confirm that the expected data exists.
  Debug the OData Service: Use transaction /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for any errors related to the OData service. You can also debug the service to see where the data retrieval might be failing.
  Review Data Model: Check the data model definition in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction /IWBEP/SEGW). Ensure that the source node is correctly defined and that all necessary associations and properties are in place.
  Test with Different Data: If possible, try to perform the copy operation with different data to see if the issue persists. This can help identify if the problem is data-specific.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access the source data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: The error is related to the SAP Gateway framework, which is used to expose business data as OData services.
  OData Services: Understanding how OData services work and how data is structured can help in troubleshooting issues related to data retrieval and manipulation.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWBEP/SEGW for service development and /IWFND/ERROR_LOG for error logging.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.