How To Fix /UI5/APP_API120 - manifest.json at path '&1' should have '&2' set to '&3' instead of '&4'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/APP_API -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: manifest.json at path '&1' should have '&2' set to '&3' instead of '&4'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/APP_API120 - manifest.json at path '&1' should have '&2' set to '&3' instead of '&4' ?

  The SAP error message you are encountering, specifically /UI5/APP_API120, indicates an issue with the manifest.json file of a UI5 application. This error typically arises when certain expected properties in the manifest.json file are not set correctly or are missing.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that a specific property in the manifest.json file is expected to have a certain value, but it currently has a different value. The placeholders &1, &2, &3, and &4 in the error message represent:
  
  &1: The path to the manifest.json file.
  &2: The name of the property that should be set.
  &3: The expected value for that property.
  &4: The current value that is set.
  
  This discrepancy can occur due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration during development.
  Changes in the UI5 framework that require updates to the manifest.json.
  Manual edits that introduced errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Locate the manifest.json file: Use the path provided in the error message to find the specific manifest.json file in your project.
  
  
  Identify the property: Look for the property indicated by &2 in the manifest.json.
  
  
  Update the value: Change the value of the property to the expected value indicated by &3. If the property does not exist, you may need to add it.
  
  
  Validate the manifest.json: After making changes, ensure that the manifest.json is valid JSON and adheres to the expected structure for UI5 applications.
  
  
  Test the application: After making the necessary changes, run your application again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  UI5 Documentation: Refer to the official SAP UI5 documentation for details on the structure and properties of the manifest.json file. This can provide insights into what properties are required and their expected values.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that your application is compatible with the version of the UI5 framework you are using. Sometimes, properties may change or be deprecated in newer versions.
  Development Tools: Use tools like the SAP Web IDE or Business Application Studio, which can help in validating and managing your UI5 applications, including the manifest.json.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your UI5 application is configured correctly.