How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_SBMG009 - Error in retrieving the Complex Type '&1' of the model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_SBMG -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Error in retrieving the Complex Type '&1' of the model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_SBMG009 - Error in retrieving the Complex Type '&1' of the model ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_SBMG009 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving a complex type in the OData model. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when the system is unable to find or access the specified complex type.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Complex Type Definition: The complex type referenced in the error message may not be defined in the OData model.
  Incorrect Model Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model.
  Transport Issues: If the OData service was recently transported from one system to another, the complex type may not have been included or activated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the complex type.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model (like changes in the database or data structure) that are not reflected in the OData service.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Complex Type Definition: Verify that the complex type mentioned in the error message is defined in the OData model. You can do this by checking the service definition in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  
  
  Activate the Service: Ensure that the OData service is activated. You can do this in the Service Builder or by using transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  
  
  Regenerate the Model: If there have been changes to the underlying data model, regenerate the OData model. This can be done in the Service Builder by selecting the service and choosing the option to regenerate.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the service was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including the complex types, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the complex type.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to identify where the retrieval is failing. This can provide more insight into the root cause of the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for managing OData services and /IWBEP/REG_SERVICE for registering services.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices in defining and managing OData services and complex types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /IWBEP/CM_SBMG009 error message.