How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT137 - Output node entity type '&1' for function import '&2' is disabled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Output node entity type '&1' for function import '&2' is disabled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT137 - Output node entity type '&1' for function import '&2' is disabled ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT137 indicates that the output node entity type for a specific function import is disabled. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when the service is not configured correctly or when certain entities are not exposed for output.
  Cause:
  
  Entity Type Disabled: The entity type specified in the error message is not enabled for output in the OData service.
  Service Configuration: The OData service might not be properly configured to expose the function import or its associated entity types.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the output of the specified entity type.
  Model Issues: The data model might not be correctly defined, leading to the entity type being marked as disabled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Open the relevant project and check the function import and its associated entity types.
  Ensure that the entity type is marked as "exposed" for output.
  
  
  
  Adjust Entity Type Settings:
  
  In the Service Builder, navigate to the entity type in question.
  Right-click on the entity type and select "Properties."
  Ensure that the "Is Exposed" checkbox is checked for the output.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Service:
  
  After making changes, regenerate the service by right-clicking on the project and selecting "Generate Runtime Objects."
  Activate the service in the SAP Gateway (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the function import and the associated entity types.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  Use the SAP Gateway Client (transaction code /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the function import and verify that the output is now available.
  
  
  
  Review the Data Model:
  
  If the issue persists, review the data model to ensure that all relationships and associations are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SEGW: Service Builder for OData services.
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Maintenance of OData services.
  /IWFND/GW_CLIENT: Gateway Client for testing OData services.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to your version of SAP Gateway or the OData service.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation on OData services and SAP Gateway for more detailed guidance on configuring and troubleshooting services.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the output node entity type is correctly enabled for the specified function import.