How To Fix SESI_EDITOR003 - Modification of auto-generated Service Definition not allowed here

SESI_EDITOR003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SESI_EDITOR - Unified Editor

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Modification of auto-generated Service Definition not allowed here

What causes this issue?

You tried to change a generated service provider.

System Response

Generated service provider can only be modified/regenerated via the serv
ice interface editor.

How to fix this error?

Navigate to related service interface (e.g. via properties sheet) and
change the service interface there.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 SESI_EDITOR003 - Modification of auto-generated Service Definition not allowed here ?

  The SAP error message SESI_EDITOR003: Modification of auto-generated Service Definition not allowed here typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData service development. This error indicates that you are trying to modify a service definition that has been auto-generated by the system, which is not permitted.
  
  Cause:
  
  Auto-Generated Service: The service definition you are trying to modify is auto-generated by the system based on the underlying data model or business logic. These definitions are meant to be stable and not directly modified to ensure consistency and integrity.
  Incorrect Editing Context: You might be attempting to make changes in a context or area that is not intended for manual modifications, such as in the service definition editor for an OData service.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use the Correct Approach:
  
  If you need to make changes to the service, you should do so in the underlying data model or the relevant business logic (e.g., ABAP classes, data dictionary objects)