How To Fix SADL_GW_DT_SB_UI046 - SADL Model Type &1 differ from expected type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GW_DT_SB_UI - Gateway Service Builder UI Integration for SADL

• Message number: 046

• Message text: SADL Model Type &1 differ from expected type &2

What causes this issue?

An Association between different Entity Types is currently not supported

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GW_DT_SB_UI046 - SADL Model Type &1 differ from expected type &2 ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GW_DT_SB_UI046 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Gateway and the SAP Data Access Layer (SADL). This error indicates a mismatch between the expected model type and the actual model type being used in a service or application. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  The error message SADL_GW_DT_SB_UI046 is triggered when there is a discrepancy between the model type defined in the service and the model type that the application is trying to access. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Model Definition Mismatch: The model type defined in the OData service does not match the type expected by the application.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the underlying data model or the OData service, the application may still be referencing an older version.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the service or application settings can lead to this error.
  Versioning Issues: If multiple versions of the service are in use, the application might be calling the wrong version.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Model Definitions: Verify the model definitions in the OData service and ensure they match the expected types in the application. You can do this by checking the service metadata (usually accessible via the service URL with $metadata).
  
  
  Update Application References: If the data model has changed, update the application to reference the correct model type. This may involve updating the code or configuration files.
  
  
  Regenerate Service: If you have made changes to the data model, regenerate the OData service to ensure that it reflects the latest changes.
  
  
  Clear Cache: Sometimes, caching issues can cause discrepancies. Clear the cache of the application or the OData service to ensure that the latest definitions are being used.
  
  
  Check Service Version: Ensure that the application is calling the correct version of the OData service. If versioning is implemented, make sure the application is updated to use the latest version.
  
  
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the request and response between the application and the OData service. This can help identify where the mismatch is occurring.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SADL and OData services for detailed information on model definitions and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage OData services and check their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SADL_GW_DT_SB_UI046 error message.