How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT132 - Association set '&1' references to disabled association '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT -

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Association set '&1' references to disabled association '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT132 - Association set '&1' references to disabled association '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT132 indicates that there is an issue with an association in your OData service. Specifically, it states that an association set is referencing a disabled association. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when there is a misconfiguration in the service metadata.
  Cause:
  
  Disabled Association: The association that is being referenced in the association set is marked as disabled in the service definition. This can happen if the association was intentionally disabled or if there was a change in the data model that was not properly reflected in the service.
  Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the underlying data model (like changes in the database tables or relationships) and the OData service has not been updated accordingly, it can lead to this error.
  Service Registration Issues: Sometimes, the service might not be properly registered or activated in the SAP Gateway, leading to inconsistencies in the metadata.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Service Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Open the relevant service and check the associations defined in the data model.
  Ensure that the association referenced in the error message is enabled.
  
  
  
  Update the Service:
  
  If you have made changes to the data model, ensure that you regenerate the runtime artifacts for the OData service.
  Right-click on the project in the Service Builder and select "Generate" to regenerate the service.
  
  
  
  Check Service Activation:
  
  Ensure that the OData service is properly activated in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  If the service is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent entities and associations are correctly defined and enabled. Sometimes, an association might depend on another entity that is disabled.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the OData service using the SAP Gateway Client (transaction /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on defining associations and managing OData services.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT132 and ensure that your OData service functions correctly.