How To Fix /UI5/APP_API122 - Component '&1' in repository '&2' does not have a manifest.json file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/APP_API -

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Component '&1' in repository '&2' does not have a manifest.json file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/APP_API122 - Component '&1' in repository '&2' does not have a manifest.json file ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/APP_API122 Component '&1' in repository '&2' does not have a manifest.json file indicates that the specified UI5 component is missing its manifest.json file, which is essential for the proper functioning of UI5 applications. The manifest.json file contains metadata about the application, including configuration settings, dependencies, and routing information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing File: The manifest.json file is not present in the specified component directory.
  Incorrect Path: The path to the component or repository may be incorrect, leading to the system not finding the manifest.json file.
  Deployment Issues: The application may not have been deployed correctly, resulting in missing files.
  Version Control Issues: If the application is managed through version control, the manifest.json file may not have been committed or pushed to the repository.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for the manifest.json File:
  
  Navigate to the specified component directory in the repository and verify if the manifest.json file exists.
  If it is missing, you will need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Correct the Path:
  
  Ensure that the path to the component is correct in your application configuration. Check for any typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Deploy the Application:
  
  If the application is not deployed correctly, redeploy it to ensure all necessary files, including manifest.json, are included.
  
  
  
  Version Control:
  
  If you are using a version control system (like Git), check the commit history to see if the manifest.json file was accidentally deleted or not committed. Restore it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Create a New manifest.json:
  
  If you cannot recover the manifest.json file, you may need to create a new one. You can use a template or refer to the documentation to create a valid manifest.json file for your UI5 application.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  UI5 Documentation: Refer to the official SAP UI5 documentation for details on the structure and content of the manifest.json file.
  SAP Community: Check the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other developers.
  Debugging Tools: Use browser developer tools to check for any additional errors or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your UI5 application functions correctly.