How To Fix /IWBEP/SBOD016 - Invalid EDM core type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Invalid EDM core type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD016 - Invalid EDM core type ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD016 Invalid EDM core type typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there is an issue with the Entity Data Model (EDM) core type being used in your OData service. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Type: The error usually arises when the OData service is trying to use a data type that is not recognized or is incorrectly defined in the EDM.
  Model Definition Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the way the data model is defined in the service.
  Service Metadata: The metadata of the OData service might not be correctly generated or might be outdated.
  Incompatible Versions: There could be compatibility issues between the SAP Gateway version and the data types being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check EDM Definitions:
  
  Review the data model definitions in your OData service. Ensure that all entity types and properties are correctly defined and that the data types used are valid according to the OData specifications.
  
  
  
  Regenerate Service Metadata:
  
  If you suspect that the metadata is outdated or incorrect, regenerate the service metadata. You can do this by going to the transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE and reactivating the service.
  
  
  
  Update Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data types used in your service are compatible with the OData version you are using. If you are using custom types, make sure they are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Implementations:
  
  If you have custom implementations or extensions, review them to ensure they are not introducing invalid types.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the SAP Gateway Client (transaction /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the OData service and see if you can reproduce the error. This can help you identify which part of the service is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the OData documentation for guidance on valid EDM types and how to define them correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Version: Ensure you are aware of the OData version your service is using (OData V2, V4, etc.) as this can affect the types and definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the /IWBEP/SBOD016 Invalid EDM core type error in your SAP environment.