How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_BOP_RT002 - Backend Operation Proxy (BOP) not initialized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_BOP_RT -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Backend Operation Proxy (BOP) not initialized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_BOP_RT002 - Backend Operation Proxy (BOP) not initialized ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_BOP_RT002 Backend Operation Proxy (BOP) not initialized typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services when there is an issue with the initialization of the Backend Operation Proxy (BOP). This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing or incorrect service definitions, or problems with the backend system.
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the service configuration or in the backend system.
  Backend System Issues: The backend system might not be reachable or may have issues that prevent it from processing requests.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  Transport Issues: If the service was recently transported, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the service is activated. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the service is correctly configured in the SAP Gateway and that the backend system is properly defined.
  Verify the service binding and ensure that the correct backend system is assigned.
  
  
  
  Test Backend Connectivity:
  
  Use transaction code SM59 to check the RFC connection to the backend system.
  Test the connection to ensure that it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include access to the relevant service.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway logs (transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  Review the backend system logs for any errors that may indicate issues with processing requests.
  
  
  
  Re-transport the Service:
  
  If the service was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were included in the transport.
  Consider re-transporting the service if there are discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on service activation and configuration.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWBEP/CM_MGW_BOP_RT002 Backend Operation Proxy (BOP) not initialized error.