How To Fix PP_ODATA_API_PRODORD014 - Etag value must be in 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS' format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_ODATA_API_PRODORD - Message class for API_PRODUCTION_ORDER

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Etag value must be in 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS' format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_ODATA_API_PRODORD014 - Etag value must be in 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS' format ?

  The SAP error message PP_ODATA_API_PRODORD014 with the description "Etag value must be in 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS' format" typically occurs when working with OData services in SAP, particularly in the context of production order management. This error indicates that the ETag value being sent in the request does not conform to the expected format.
  Cause:
  The ETag (Entity Tag) is a part of the HTTP protocol used for web cache validation and conditional requests. In the context of SAP OData services, the ETag is used to manage concurrency and ensure that the data being modified has not changed since it was last read. The error arises when:
  
  The ETag value is missing.
  The ETag value is present but does not match the required format of 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS'.
  The ETag value is incorrectly formatted or corrupted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the ETag Value: Ensure that the ETag value you are sending in your request is correctly formatted. It should be a string representing a timestamp in the format 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS'.
  
  
  Retrieve the Correct ETag: If you are trying to update or delete a resource, make sure you retrieve the correct ETag from the resource you are working with. This is usually done by performing a GET request on the resource before making any modifications.
  
  
  Update Your Code: If you are developing an application that interacts with the SAP OData service, ensure that your code correctly handles the ETag. This includes:
  
  Fetching the ETag from the response of a GET request.
  Including the ETag in the headers of your subsequent PUT or DELETE requests.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific OData service you are using. There may be additional requirements or examples that can help clarify how to properly format and use ETags.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test your requests again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Protocol: Understanding the OData protocol and how it handles ETags can be beneficial. The OData specification outlines how ETags are used for concurrency control.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PP_ODATA_API_PRODORD014 error and successfully work with the SAP OData API for production orders.