How To Fix SADL_GTK_GEN015 - Exposure of entity &1 without primary key is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GTK_GEN - SADL GTK Generation Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Exposure of entity &1 without primary key is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GTK_GEN015 - Exposure of entity &1 without primary key is not possible ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GTK_GEN015 indicates that there is an attempt to expose an entity that does not have a primary key defined. In the context of SAP, this typically occurs when working with the SAP Gateway or when trying to create a service that exposes a data model entity without a unique identifier.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Primary Key: The entity you are trying to expose does not have a primary key defined in the underlying data model. Every entity in a service must have a unique identifier to ensure that each record can be uniquely identified and manipulated.
  Incorrect Data Model Configuration: The data model may not be correctly configured to include a primary key, or the primary key may not be properly defined in the underlying database table or CDS view.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata definitions that prevent the system from recognizing the primary key.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Primary Key:
  
  Go to the data model (e.g., CDS view or database table) and ensure that a primary key is defined. This can be done in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or in the CDS view definition.
  If you are using a CDS view, ensure that the @ObjectModel: { ... } annotation includes a primary key definition.
  
  
  
  Check the Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that it is correctly set up. If you are using a CDS view, check the SQL view definition to ensure that it includes a primary key.
  If you are using a database table, ensure that the primary key fields are correctly defined in the table structure.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Service:
  
  After making changes to the data model, regenerate the service in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) to ensure that the changes are reflected in the service metadata.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the service to ensure that it can now expose the entity without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: The SAP Gateway is a technology that allows you to connect devices, environments, and platforms to SAP systems. It is essential for exposing OData services.
  CDS Views: Core Data Services (CDS) are a way to define semantically rich data models in SAP. They allow for the definition of entities, associations, and annotations.
  ABAP Dictionary: The ABAP Dictionary is a central repository in SAP that contains metadata about database objects, including tables, views, and data elements.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking the SAP Community or SAP Notes for any specific guidance related to your version of SAP or the specific entity you are working with.