How To Fix IWB_MPS017 - Error when reading the root node (&1): &2

IWB_MPS017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWB_MPS - Messages for Multi-Product Support

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error when reading the root node (&1): &2

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IWB_MPS017 - Details

• The SAP error message IWB_MPS017 typically indicates an issue related to the reading of a root node in the context of the SAP Gateway or OData services. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Model Issues: The root node specified in the error message may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the data model.
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured or activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified root node.
  Backend System Issues: There may be issues in the backend system that prevent the retrieval of data for the specified root node.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP Gateway and the backend system can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model: Verify that the root node specified in the error message exists