How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP062 - Execution mode &1 is invalid for Execute Action operation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Execution mode &1 is invalid for Execute Action operation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP062 - Execution mode &1 is invalid for Execute Action operation ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_EDP062 Execution mode &1 is invalid for Execute Action operation typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when there is an issue with the execution mode specified for an action in an OData service.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Execution Mode: The error indicates that the execution mode specified for the action is not valid. This could happen if the action is defined with a specific execution mode (like Synchronous or Asynchronous), and the request is trying to use a mode that is not supported or incorrectly specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the OData service or the underlying business logic that prevent the action from being executed in the specified mode.
  Service Implementation: The service implementation might not handle the specified execution mode correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Action Definition: Review the action definition in the OData service. Ensure that the execution mode specified in the request matches one of the valid execution modes defined in the service.
  Update Service Implementation: If you have access to the service implementation, check the logic that handles the action. Ensure that it correctly supports the execution mode being requested.
  Test with Different Modes: If possible, try invoking the action with different execution modes to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is specific to a certain mode.
  Review Service Metadata: Check the service metadata (usually accessible via the $metadata endpoint) to understand the expected execution modes for the actions defined in the service.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for OData services and the specific version of SAP Gateway you are using to understand the valid execution modes and their implications.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend system, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the error is being raised and why the execution mode is deemed invalid.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: This is the technology that allows you to connect devices, environments, and applications to SAP systems via OData services.
  OData Services: These services are RESTful APIs that allow for CRUD operations on SAP data.
  Execution Modes: Common execution modes include Synchronous (immediate response) and Asynchronous (response may be delayed).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a developer familiar with the specific OData service implementation.