How To Fix SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE015 - Association '&1' is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE - SADL Consumption Service

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Association '&1' is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE015 - Association '&1' is missing ?

  The SAP error message SADL_CONSUMP_SERVICE015 indicates that there is an issue with an association in a service definition, specifically that the association referenced by the name &1 is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when the service is trying to access an association that has not been defined or is not available in the underlying data model.
  Cause
  
  Missing Association Definition: The association that is being referenced in the service is not defined in the data model or the service definition.
  Incorrect Service Configuration: The service might be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent associations.
  Changes in Data Model: If the underlying data model has been changed (e.g., fields or associations were removed or renamed), the service may still reference the old associations.
  Transport Issues: If the service was transported from one system to another, the association might not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Service Definition: Go to the service definition in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) and verify that the association &1 is defined correctly.
  Define Missing Association: If the association is indeed missing, you will need to create it in the service definition. This involves:
  
  Opening the service in the Service Builder.
  Navigating to the Data Model section.
  Adding the missing association and ensuring it is correctly configured.
  
  
  Regenerate the Service: After making changes, regenerate the service to ensure that the changes take effect. This can be done by right-clicking on the service and selecting "Generate".
  Check for Transport Issues: If the service was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including associations, were included in the transport request.
  Test the Service: After making the necessary changes, test the service to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SEGW: Service Builder for OData services.
  SE80: Object Navigator, which can also be used to check service definitions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on OData services and associations to understand how they should be defined and used.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.