How To Fix /UI5/MP_CP005 - There is no descriptor or descriptor variant existing for reference &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/MP_CP -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: There is no descriptor or descriptor variant existing for reference &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/MP_CP005 - There is no descriptor or descriptor variant existing for reference &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/MP_CP005 indicates that there is no descriptor or descriptor variant available for the specified reference. This error typically occurs in the context of SAPUI5 applications when the framework is unable to find the necessary metadata or configuration for a specific component or resource.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Descriptor: The most common cause is that the application is missing the manifest.json file or the specific descriptor file that defines the application’s metadata.
  Incorrect Path: The reference provided in the error message may point to an incorrect or non-existent path.
  Versioning Issues: There may be version mismatches between the UI5 libraries being used and the application’s configuration.
  Deployment Issues: The application may not have been deployed correctly, leading to missing files or resources.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for manifest.json: Ensure that the manifest.json file exists in the root of your application and is correctly configured.
  Verify References: Check the references in your application to ensure they point to the correct paths and that the resources exist.
  Update Libraries: Make sure that you are using compatible versions of SAPUI5 libraries. If necessary, update the libraries to the latest version.
  Clear Cache: Sometimes, browser caching can cause issues. Clear the browser cache or try accessing the application in an incognito window.
  Check Deployment: If the application is deployed on a server, ensure that all files were uploaded correctly and that there are no missing resources.
  Debugging: Use the browser’s developer tools to check for any additional error messages in the console that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAPUI5 documentation for more details on the structure and requirements of 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.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /UI5/MP_CP005 error in your SAPUI5 application.