How To Fix SADL_ANNOTATION003 - Fallback not supported for incorrect array annotation '&1'

SADL_ANNOTATION003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_ANNOTATION - Annotation handling related messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Fallback not supported for incorrect array annotation '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_ANNOTATION003 - Fallback not supported for incorrect array annotation '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SADL_ANNOTATION003 indicates that there is an issue with the annotations in your SAP Gateway service, specifically related to the use of array annotations. This error typically arises when the system encounters an incorrect or unsupported array annotation in the service definition.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Annotation: The annotation specified in the service definition does not conform to the expected format or is not supported by the SAP system.
  Fallback Mechanism: The fallback mechanism for handling incorrect annotations is not supported for the specific annotation type you are using.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system or the OData service may not support the specific array annotation you are trying to use.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SADL_ANNOTATION003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Annotations: Review the annotations in your OData service definition. Ensure that they are correctly defined and conform to the expected syntax