How To Fix /IWBEP/SBOD263 - The input is valid for '&1', but can't mapped to ABAP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 263

• Message text: The input is valid for '&1', but can't mapped to ABAP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD263 - The input is valid for '&1', but can't mapped to ABAP ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD263 indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of input data to ABAP structures in the context of an OData service. This error typically arises when the input data is valid according to the OData service's metadata, but it cannot be correctly mapped to the corresponding ABAP data types or structures.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The input data types in the request do not match the expected ABAP data types. For example, if the OData service expects a string but receives a number, this error can occur.
  Field Length Issues: The length of the input data exceeds the maximum length defined in the ABAP structure.
  Invalid Characters: The input data may contain characters that are not allowed or expected in the ABAP structure.
  Missing Required Fields: If the input data is missing required fields that are expected by the ABAP backend, it can lead to mapping issues.
  Inconsistent Data Formats: The format of the input data may not align with what is expected in the ABAP structure (e.g., date formats).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the input data being sent to the OData service. Ensure that it matches the expected data types and formats defined in the OData service metadata.
  Validate Field Lengths: Ensure that the lengths of the input fields do not exceed the maximum lengths defined in the ABAP structure.
  Correct Data Types: Make sure that the data types of the input fields correspond to the expected ABAP data types. For example, if a field is defined as a string in ABAP, ensure that the input is also a string.
  Review Required Fields: Check if all required fields are included in the input data. If any required fields are missing, add them to the request.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can use transaction codes like SE80 or SE37 to debug the OData service and see how the input data is being processed.
  Check OData Service Metadata: Use the $metadata endpoint of the OData service to review the expected structure and data types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Service Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific OData service you are using to understand the expected input formats and data types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on similar error messages.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.