How To Fix SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME032 - SADL-powered ETag missing in data container (please regenerate project)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME - Messages of SADL runtime and DDIC SADL entity runtime

• Message number: 032

• Message text: SADL-powered ETag missing in data container (please regenerate project)

What causes this issue?

The requested OData entity defines an etag field or dependency in its
behavior definition. This ETag is handled by SADL and requires a special
structure component in the query data container when its entity is being
used as referenced data source in SEGW projects. If said component is
missing in the generated model provider class this error will occur.

System Response

A short dump is thrown. It identifies the SEGW project where the
inconsistency originates.

How to fix this error?

Regenerate the SEGW project.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME032 - SADL-powered ETag missing in data container (please regenerate project) ?

  The SAP error message SADL_ENTITY_RUNTIME032 indicates that there is a missing ETag in the data container when using the SAP Data Access Layer (SADL). This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to access or manipulate data entities that require an ETag for versioning or concurrency control, but the ETag is not present.
  Cause:
  
  Project Configuration Issues: The project may not be properly configured, leading to missing ETag definitions.
  Model Changes: If there have been changes to the underlying data model or entity definitions, the generated artifacts may be out of sync.
  Regeneration Needed: The project may need to be regenerated to ensure that all necessary components, including ETags, are correctly created.
  Data Container Issues: The data container may not have been populated correctly, leading to missing ETags.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Regenerate the Project:
  
  Open the relevant project in the SAP development environment (e.g., ABAP Development Tools).
  Right-click on the project and select the option to regenerate or rebuild the project. This should recreate the necessary artifacts, including ETags.
  
  
  
  Check Model Definitions:
  
  Ensure that the entity definitions in your data model are correct and that ETags are defined where necessary.
  Verify that the annotations related to ETags are present in the metadata.
  
  
  
  Review Data Container Logic:
  
  Check the logic that populates the data container to ensure that it correctly retrieves and includes ETags.
  If you are using custom logic, ensure that it adheres to the expected structure.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache of the application or the development environment can resolve issues related to stale data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for SADL and ETags to ensure that you are following best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve known issues related to SADL.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to SADL and ETags.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for SADL, which provides insights into how ETags are used and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.