How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT148 - Model is corrupt. Expand data container cannot be created.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT -

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Model is corrupt. Expand data container cannot be created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT148 - Model is corrupt. Expand data container cannot be created. ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT148 Model is corrupt. Expand data container cannot be created typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there is an issue with the data model that is preventing the system from creating a data container for the OData service.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Metadata: The metadata of the OData service may be corrupted or not properly defined.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes made to the underlying data model (like changes in the database or data structure) that are not reflected in the OData service.
  Missing Annotations: Required annotations or definitions in the service might be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the service was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies in the transport.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the service, there might be conflicts or inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata: Review the metadata of the OData service to ensure it is correctly defined. You can do this by accessing the service's metadata URL (e.g., http://<host>:<port>/sap/opu/odata/sap/<service_name>/$metadata).
  Rebuild the Service: If the model is indeed corrupted, you may need to regenerate the service. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Selecting the service and choosing the option to "Regenerate".
  
  
  Check Annotations: Ensure that all required annotations are present and correctly defined in the service.
  Clear Cache: Clear the cache of the OData service. You can do this by using the transaction /IWFND/CACHE and selecting the option to clear the cache.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the service was transported, ensure that all dependent objects were also transported correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may need to debug the service to identify the exact point of failure. Use transaction SE80 or SE11 to analyze the underlying data model and service implementation.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as there may be fixes available for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to OData services and the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.