How To Fix /UI5/CAT_APPS_IMPORT008 - Could not find attribute '&1' in descriptor of application '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/CAT_APPS_IMPORT -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Could not find attribute '&1' in descriptor of application '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/CAT_APPS_IMPORT008 - Could not find attribute '&1' in descriptor of application '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/CAT_APPS_IMPORT008 indicates that there is an issue with the application descriptor (manifest.json) of a UI5 application. Specifically, it means that the system could not find a specified attribute in the application's descriptor.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Attribute: The attribute specified in the error message (represented by &1) is not defined in the application's manifest.json file.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the attribute name or in the application descriptor.
  Incorrect Application Descriptor: The application descriptor might be incorrectly structured or formatted, leading to the inability to locate the specified attribute.
  Version Mismatch: The application might be using an outdated or incompatible version of UI5 that does not support the specified attribute.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Manifest File: Open the manifest.json file of the application and verify that the attribute mentioned in the error message exists. If it does not, you may need to add it or correct any typos.
  Validate JSON Structure: Ensure that the manifest.json file is correctly structured and adheres to JSON formatting rules. You can use online JSON validators to check for syntax errors.
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP UI5 documentation to ensure that the attribute you are trying to use is valid and supported in the version of UI5 you are working with.
  Update UI5 Version: If the attribute is valid but not recognized, consider updating the UI5 version to a more recent one that supports the attribute.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all required dependencies and libraries are correctly included in the application and that there are no missing components.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP UI5 Documentation: Refer to the official SAP UI5 documentation for detailed information on the application descriptor and the attributes that can be defined in the manifest.json file.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and to find potential solutions or workarounds.
  Debugging Tools: Use browser developer tools to debug the application and check for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /UI5/CAT_APPS_IMPORT008 error message.