How To Fix CFD_GW_UI014 - Invalid entity type name &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_GW_UI - TechnicalMessages for Custom Field Maintenance oData Service

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Invalid entity type name &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_GW_UI014 - Invalid entity type name &1 ?

  The SAP error message CFD_GW_UI014 "Invalid entity type name &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services, particularly when there is an issue with the OData service or the entity type being referenced in a request. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Entity Type Name: The entity type name specified in the OData request does not match any of the defined entity types in the service metadata.
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Metadata Issues: There may be issues with the service metadata, such as missing or incorrectly defined entity types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified entity type.
  Service Versioning: If there are multiple versions of the service, the request may be pointing to an outdated or incorrect version.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entity Type Name: Verify that the entity type name in the request matches exactly with the entity types defined in the service metadata. This includes checking for typos or case sensitivity.
  Activate the OData Service: Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE) and ensure that the service is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  Review Service Metadata: Access the service metadata (usually available at the URL http://<host>:<port>/sap/opu/odata/sap/<service_name>/$metadata) and check if the entity type is defined correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service and the specific entity type.
  Test with Different Clients: Sometimes, the issue may be client-specific. Test the service using different clients (e.g., Postman, SAP Fiori Launchpad) to see if the error persists.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can debug the service implementation to see where the error is being triggered.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with the specific OData service or entity types.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.