How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_LOGGING001 - Example of logging a simple message

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_LOGGING -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Example of logging a simple message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_LOGGING001 - Example of logging a simple message ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_LOGGING001 typically relates to issues in the context of the SAP Gateway and OData services, particularly when logging messages or handling logging configurations. This error can occur due to various reasons, such as misconfiguration, missing authorizations, or issues with the logging framework itself.
  Cause
  
  Configuration Issues: The logging framework may not be properly configured in the SAP Gateway settings.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to log messages.
  Service Issues: The OData service might not be correctly set up or activated.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the logging framework is correctly configured in the SAP Gateway settings.
  Verify that the relevant OData service is activated and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to log messages.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Service Activation:
  
  Go to transaction IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE and check if the OData service is active.
  If not, activate the service.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to debug the relevant function modules or classes to identify where the error is occurring.
  Check the logs in transaction SLG1 for more detailed error messages related to logging.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SM21 to check the system logs for any related errors that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Example of Logging a Simple Message
  To log a simple message in an ABAP program, you can use the following example code snippet:
  DATA: lv_message TYPE string.
  
  lv_message = 'This is a simple log message.'.
  
  CALL FUNCTION '/IWBEP/CM_LOGGING'
    EXPORTING
      iv_message = lv_message
      iv_log_level = 'INFO'  " or 'ERROR', 'WARNING', etc.
    EXCEPTIONS
      OTHERS = 1.
  
  IF sy-subrc <> 0.
    " Handle the error
    WRITE: / 'Logging failed'.
  ENDIF.
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the SAP Gateway and OData services for more details on logging and error handling.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.