How To Fix SADL_CTR_T_VIOLATION007 - RAP Contract Violation: Custom Entity without Query

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_CTR_T_VIOLATION - Contract Test Violation Messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: RAP Contract Violation: Custom Entity without Query

What causes this issue?

Entity &V1& does not define a query implementation class.
A Custom Entity must define a query implementation using Annotation
@ObjectModel.query.implementedBy: 'ABAP:<classname>'

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please annotate the entity and implement interface if_rap_query_provider
in the defined class.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_CTR_T_VIOLATION007 - RAP Contract Violation: Custom Entity without Query ?

  The SAP error message SADL_CTR_T_VIOLATION007 indicates a violation related to the RAP (Rapid Application Programming) model, specifically concerning a custom entity that does not have an associated query. This error typically arises when you are trying to access or manipulate a custom entity in a way that requires a query definition, but none has been provided.
  Cause
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Query Definition: The custom entity you are trying to use does not have a corresponding query defined in the RAP model. Queries are essential for data retrieval in RAP applications.
  Incorrect Configuration: The entity might be incorrectly configured in the RAP model, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid entity for the operations being performed.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata definitions for the custom entity, which can lead to the system being unable to process requests related to it.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SADL_CTR_T_VIOLATION007 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define a Query for the Custom Entity:
  
  Ensure that a query is defined for the custom entity in the RAP model. This can be done by creating a new query definition in the relevant CDS (Core Data Services) view.
  The query should specify the necessary fields and any filtering or sorting logic required for the entity.
  
  
  
  Check Entity Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the custom entity in the RAP model. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that all necessary annotations are present.
  Verify that the entity is properly linked to the query.
  
  
  
  Validate Metadata:
  
  Check the metadata for the custom entity to ensure that it is consistent and correctly defined. You can use tools like the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) in Eclipse to inspect the definitions.
  If there are discrepancies, correct them and regenerate the necessary artifacts.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After defining the query, test it to ensure that it retrieves data as expected. This can help confirm that the query is functioning correctly and is properly linked to the custom entity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for RAP and SADL (Service Adaptation Definition Language) for additional guidance on defining queries and entities.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  RAP Model: The RAP model is a framework for building enterprise applications in SAP S/4HANA, focusing on efficiency and reusability.
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) views are used to define the data model in SAP applications, including entities and queries.
  Annotations: Annotations in CDS views provide metadata that can influence the behavior of the application, such as UI behavior, data access, and more.
  
  By following these steps and ensuring that your custom entity is properly defined with an associated query, you should be able to resolve the SADL_CTR_T_VIOLATION007 error.