How To Fix /UI5/APP_API119 - manifest.json file in the repository root must not specify '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/APP_API -

• Message number: 119

• Message text: manifest.json file in the repository root must not specify '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/APP_API119 - manifest.json file in the repository root must not specify '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/APP_API119 indicates that there is an issue with the manifest.json file in your SAPUI5 application. Specifically, the error states that the manifest.json file in the repository root must not specify a certain property or configuration that is causing the error.
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Configuration: The manifest.json file may contain properties or configurations that are not allowed or are incorrectly specified. This could include incorrect paths, unsupported properties, or misconfigured settings.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The version of SAPUI5 you are using may not support certain features or properties specified in the manifest.json.
  
  
  Incorrect Structure: The structure of the manifest.json file may not conform to the expected schema, leading to validation errors.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the manifest.json File:
  
  Open the manifest.json file located in the root of your application.
  Check for any properties that are not allowed or incorrectly specified. Look for any references to &1 in the error message, which may indicate a specific property that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Validate the Structure:
  
  Ensure that the structure of the manifest.json file adheres to the SAPUI5 manifest schema. You can refer to the SAPUI5 documentation for the correct structure and properties.
  
  
  
  Remove or Correct Invalid Entries:
  
  If you identify any invalid entries, remove or correct them. For example, if there are properties that should not be present in the root manifest.json, remove them.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the version of SAPUI5 you are using is compatible with the properties specified in your manifest.json. If you are using features from a newer version, consider upgrading your SAPUI5 library.
  
  
  
  Use Development Tools:
  
  Utilize development tools like the SAP Web IDE or Business Application Studio, which can provide validation and error-checking features for your manifest.json.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for any specific guidelines related to the manifest.json file and the properties you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAPUI5 Documentation: The official documentation provides comprehensive information about the manifest.json file, including its structure, properties, and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights and solutions from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  Debugging Tools: Use browser developer tools to check for any additional errors in the console that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /UI5/APP_API119 error in your SAPUI5 application.