How To Fix SADL_EXPOSURE075 - Error in reverse association '&1' of entity '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_EXPOSURE - Errors During Exposure Compilation

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Error in reverse association '&1' of entity '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_EXPOSURE075 - Error in reverse association '&1' of entity '&2' ?

  The SAP error message SADL_EXPOSURE075 indicates that there is an issue with a reverse association in the context of the SAP ABAP programming model, particularly when using the SAP Data Access Layer (SADL). This error typically arises when there is a problem with the way associations are defined or utilized in your data model.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Association Definition: The reverse association may not be correctly defined in the data model. This can happen if the association is missing or if the cardinality is not properly set.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that prevent the reverse association from being resolved correctly.
  Modeling Errors: Errors in the OData service or the underlying CDS (Core Data Services) views can lead to this issue.
  Missing Annotations: Required annotations for the associations may be missing, which can lead to issues when trying to access related entities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Association Definitions: Review the definitions of the associations in your CDS views or data model. Ensure that the reverse associations are correctly defined and that the cardinalities match the expected relationships.
  Validate Data: Check the underlying data for inconsistencies. Ensure that the data in the database aligns with the expected relationships defined in your model.
  Review Annotations: Ensure that all necessary annotations are present in your CDS views. This includes checking for @ObjectModel.association and other relevant annotations that define relationships.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the error occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact cause of the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for SADL and CDS to ensure that you are following best practices in defining associations and handling data access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on SADL, CDS views, and OData services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SADL_EXPOSURE075 error.