How To Fix /UI5/UI5_REP031 - Path contains trailing spaces: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/UI5_REP -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Path contains trailing spaces: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/UI5_REP031 - Path contains trailing spaces: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/UI5_REP031 Path contains trailing spaces: &1 indicates that there are trailing spaces in a path that is being processed by the SAP UI5 framework. This can occur in various contexts, such as when defining resource paths, URLs, or file paths in your application.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of trailing spaces in the path string. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual entry errors when specifying paths.
  Copy-pasting paths from other sources that may include unintended spaces.
  Configuration settings or files that have not been properly formatted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Identify the Path: Check the error message for the specific path indicated by &1. This will help you locate where the trailing spaces are present.
  Remove Trailing Spaces: Edit the path to remove any trailing spaces. Ensure that there are no extra spaces at the end of the string.
  Validate Configuration: If the path is part of a configuration file or settings, ensure that all entries are correctly formatted without trailing spaces.
  Test the Application: After making the changes, test the application to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Best Practices: Always validate and sanitize input paths in your application to avoid similar issues. Consider using functions that trim whitespace when processing paths.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the trailing spaces are coming from, you can add logging or debugging statements to output the paths being used in your application.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP UI5 documentation for guidelines on path definitions and best practices for resource management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /UI5/UI5_REP031 error and ensure that your application runs smoothly without path-related issues.