How To Fix /UI2/FDM_PB_CHIP_XML101 - Property Source &1: Type &2 unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FDM_PB_CHIP_XML -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Property Source &1: Type &2 unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FDM_PB_CHIP_XML101 - Property Source &1: Type &2 unknown ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FDM_PB_CHIP_XML101 Property Source &1: Type &2 unknown typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or UI5 applications when there is an issue with the configuration of a UI component, particularly related to the property source of a chip (a UI component that displays information).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Property Source: The error indicates that the property source specified in the chip's configuration is not recognized. This could be due to a typo, an incorrect reference, or a missing definition in the underlying model.
  Unsupported Data Type: The type specified for the property source is not supported or is incorrectly defined.
  Missing Metadata: The metadata for the data model might not be properly defined or loaded, leading to the system being unable to recognize the type.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the UI component and the backend service, causing incompatibility in the expected data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the chip in the relevant XML or JSON file. Ensure that the property source is correctly defined and matches the expected format.
  Verify Data Model: Ensure that the data model being used is correctly defined and that all properties are properly specified. Check for any missing or incorrect definitions.
  Correct Data Types: Make sure that the data types used in the property source are valid and supported by the SAP UI5 framework.
  Update Metadata: If the metadata is missing or outdated, regenerate or update it to ensure that all properties and types are correctly recognized.
  Check for Typos: Look for any typographical errors in the property names or types that could lead to this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version of the UI5 framework you are using to ensure compliance with the expected configurations.
  
  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 others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools available in the SAP Web IDE or Business Application Studio to trace the error and identify the root cause.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that the versions of the UI components and backend services are compatible with each other.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /UI2/FDM_PB_CHIP_XML101.