How To Fix SWF_ODS_CORE009 - Mapping the external value failed. Invalid property name "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_ODS_CORE - Messages for ODS runtime objects

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Mapping the external value failed. Invalid property name "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_ODS_CORE009 - Mapping the external value failed. Invalid property name "&1" ?

  The SAP error message SWF_ODS_CORE009 indicates that there is an issue with mapping an external value due to an invalid property name. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM) when the system is unable to recognize or find the specified property name in the mapping process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Property Name: The property name specified in the mapping does not exist or is misspelled.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the value being mapped does not match the expected data type of the property.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the workflow or process that lead to incorrect property names being referenced.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or structure, the property name may have been altered or removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Property Name: Verify that the property name referenced in the mapping is correct. Ensure there are no typos and that it matches the expected name in the data model.
  Review Mapping Configuration: Go through the mapping configuration in the workflow or BPM process to ensure that all properties are correctly defined and mapped.
  Data Type Validation: Ensure that the data types of the values being mapped are compatible with the expected data types of the properties.
  Update Workflow: If there have been changes to the data model, update the workflow or process to reflect these changes.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools available in SAP to trace the workflow execution and identify where the mapping is failing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the properties and their expected values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like SWDD for workflow definition) that can help you navigate and troubleshoot workflow issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.