How To Fix /IWBEP/SBUIOD092 - Data type '&1' is not a data element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBUIOD -

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Data type '&1' is not a data element

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBUIOD092 - Data type '&1' is not a data element ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBUIOD092 Data type '&1' is not a data element typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is an issue with the data type definition in your service or model. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Data Type: The error indicates that the data type specified (represented by &1) is not recognized as a valid data element in the SAP system. This could happen if:
  
  The data type is incorrectly defined in the ABAP Dictionary.
  The data type is not properly mapped in the OData service.
  There is a mismatch between the data type in the ABAP backend and the expected data type in the OData model.
  
  
  
  Model Definition Issues: If you are using a custom OData service, the model definition might have errors or inconsistencies, leading to this error.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the data element was recently created or modified and the transport request has not been properly imported into the system, it may not be recognized.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Element Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the data type specified in the error message exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the data type is a valid data element and not just a domain or a structure.
  
  
  
  Review OData Service:
  
  In transaction SEGW (Gateway Service Builder), check the entity type and ensure that the data type is correctly mapped to a valid data element.
  Regenerate the service after making any changes to the model.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the data element was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport request has been successfully imported into the system where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant OData service methods to trace where the error is being triggered.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Service:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the OData service from scratch to ensure that all definitions are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific error message or data types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  OData Documentation: Familiarize yourself with OData service development and best practices to avoid common pitfalls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.