How To Fix PP_ODATA_API_PRODORD114 - 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: 114

• 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_PRODORD114 - Etag value must be in 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS' format ?

  The SAP error message PP_ODATA_API_PRODORD114 indicating that the "Etag value must be in 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS' format" typically arises when working with OData services in SAP, particularly in the context of production order management. The ETag (Entity Tag) is a part of the HTTP protocol used for web cache validation and conditional requests, and it is expected to be in a specific format.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the ETag value provided in the request does not conform to the expected format of 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS'. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect ETag Format: The ETag value being sent in the request is either missing, malformed, or not in the correct date-time format.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a manual entry error or a programming error that generated the ETag incorrectly.
  System Configuration: There might be a misconfiguration in the OData service or the backend system that is causing the ETag to be generated incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the ETag Value: Ensure that the ETag value being sent in the request is in the correct format. It should be a string representing the date and time in the format 'YYYYMMDDHHMMSS'.
  
  Example of a valid ETag: 20231005123000 (representing October 5, 2023, at 12:30:00).
  
  
  
  Review the Code: If you are developing or customizing the OData service, review the code that generates the ETag. Ensure that it correctly formats the date and time.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend system, you can debug the OData service to see how the ETag is being generated and identify any issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific OData service you are using to ensure that you are following the correct guidelines for ETag usage.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: Understanding how OData services work in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to data exchange.
  HTTP Protocol: Familiarity with HTTP headers and how ETags are used in web services can provide insights into resolving similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to the OData service you are using.
  
  By ensuring that the ETag is correctly formatted and addressing any underlying issues in the service or code, you should be able to resolve the error.