How To Fix /UI5/APP_API003 - Error while parsing manifest.json file in SAPUI5 repository &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/APP_API -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error while parsing manifest.json file in SAPUI5 repository &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/APP_API003 - Error while parsing manifest.json file in SAPUI5 repository &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/APP_API003 indicates that there is an issue with parsing the manifest.json file in an SAPUI5 application. This error typically arises when the manifest.json file is either malformed or contains invalid JSON syntax, which prevents the SAPUI5 framework from correctly interpreting the application's configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed JSON: The manifest.json file may contain syntax errors, such as missing commas, brackets, or quotes.
  Invalid Structure: The structure of the manifest.json may not conform to the expected schema for SAPUI5 applications.
  Encoding Issues: The file may have been saved with an incorrect encoding, leading to unreadable characters.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain required fields in the manifest.json may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Validate JSON Syntax:
  
  Use a JSON validator tool (like JSONLint) to check the syntax of your manifest.json file. This will help identify any syntax errors.
  
  
  
  Check Structure:
  
  Ensure that the structure of the manifest.json adheres to the SAPUI5 specifications. Refer to the SAPUI5 documentation for the expected format and required fields.
  
  
  
  Review Encoding:
  
  Make sure that the manifest.json file is saved with UTF-8 encoding. This can usually be set in the text editor or IDE you are using.
  
  
  
  Check for Required Fields:
  
  Verify that all required fields are present in the manifest.json. Common required fields include sap.app, sap.ui5, and others depending on your application type.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error persists, consider enabling debugging in your SAPUI5 application to get more detailed error messages that can help pinpoint the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs or console output for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the parsing failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPUI5 Documentation: The official SAPUI5 documentation provides comprehensive guidelines on how to structure the manifest.json file and the various properties that can be included.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that the version of SAPUI5 you are using is compatible with the features and structure defined in your manifest.json.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /UI5/APP_API003 error in your SAPUI5 application.