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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE - SADL Consumption Service
Message number: 005
Message text: Association '&1' in path cannot be mapped to DB
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SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE005
- Association '&1' in path cannot be mapped to DB ?The SAP error message SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE005 indicates that there is an issue with the association in the path of a service that cannot be mapped to the database. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is a problem with the way associations are defined in the data model or how they are being used in the service.
Cause
The error can be caused by several factors, including:
Incorrect Association Definition: The association defined in the data model may not correctly correspond to the underlying database structure. This can happen if the association is not properly defined in the ABAP Dictionary or if there are discrepancies between the data model and the database schema.
Missing or Incorrect Join Conditions: If the join conditions for the association are not correctly specified, the system may not be able to map the association to the database.
Inconsistent Data Model: If there are changes in the underlying database structure (like table changes, renaming, or deletions) that are not reflected in the data model, it can lead to this error.
Service Configuration Issues: The OData service may not be properly configured to handle the associations, or the service might not be activated correctly.
Solution
To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
Check Association Definitions: Review the association definitions in the data model (e.g., in the CDS views or the ABAP Dictionary) to ensure they are correctly defined and correspond to the database tables.
Validate Join Conditions: Ensure that the join conditions for the associations are correctly specified and that they match the database schema.
Update Data Model: If there have been changes to the database structure, update the data model accordingly. This may involve regenerating the data model or adjusting the associations.
Check Service Configuration: Verify that the OData service is correctly configured and activated. You can do this in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
Test the Service: After making changes, test the OData service to ensure that the associations are now correctly mapped to the database.
Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution of the service and identify where the mapping fails.
Related Information
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SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
Documentation: Review SAP documentation on OData services and associations for best practices and guidelines.
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE005 error.
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