How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_ST004 - or ADT feed reader "SAP Gateway Error Log"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_ST -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: or ADT feed reader "SAP Gateway Error Log"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_ST004 - or ADT feed reader "SAP Gateway Error Log" ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_ST004 typically indicates an issue related to the SAP Gateway service, particularly when dealing with OData services. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when there are problems with the service configuration, authorization issues, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  Incorrect Service URL: The URL used to access the OData service may be incorrect.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model or entity sets.
  Backend Errors: Errors in the backend system that the OData service is trying to access can also lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Problems with the configuration of the SAP Gateway or the service itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the service is listed and activated. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after attempting to access the service.
  
  
  
  Verify Service URL:
  
  Double-check the URL being used to access the OData service. Ensure it is correctly formatted and points to the right service.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check the data model associated with the OData service for any inconsistencies or errors.
  Use transaction code /IWBEP/REG_SERVICE to check the registration of the service.
  
  
  
  Check Backend System:
  
  Investigate any issues in the backend system that the OData service is trying to access. Look for any errors in the application logs.
  
  
  
  Review Gateway Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP Gateway is properly configured. Check the settings in transaction code /IWFND/CONFIG for any misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to view the error logs for more detailed information about the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error code for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWBEP/CM_ST004 error in your SAP environment.