How To Fix OL589 - Business object '&' is not defined as a data model in the EDM

OL589 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 589

• Message text: Business object '&' is not defined as a data model in the EDM

What causes this issue?

The data model you have assigned to the object type does not exist in
the EDM.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Assign the object type another data model designated as a business
object or create the data model using the Data Modeler.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL589 - Business object '&' is not defined as a data model in the EDM ?

  The SAP error message OL589 indicates that a specific business object is not defined as a data model in the Enterprise Data Model (EDM). This error typically arises in the context of SAP applications that utilize the EDM for data management and integration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Definition: The business object referenced in the error message is not defined in the EDM. This could be due to a configuration issue or an oversight during the setup of the data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The business object may have been incorrectly configured or not activated in the system.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the application and the EDM, leading to the application not recognizing the business object.
  Transport Issues: If the business object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check EDM Configuration: Verify that the business object is correctly defined in the EDM.