Message type: E = Error
Message class:  /IWBEP/CM_V4_ANNO -  
Message number: 009
Message text: Function may not be initial
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The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_ANNO009 Function may not be initial typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that a function module or method that is expected to be called is not properly defined or initialized, leading to a failure in processing the request.
Cause: Uninitialized Function Module: The function module or method that is supposed to handle the request is not defined or is not being called correctly. Missing Implementation: The OData service might be missing the implementation for a specific operation (e.g., Create, Read, Update, Delete). Service Registration Issues: The OData service might not be properly registered or activated in the SAP Gateway. Incorrect Service URL: The URL being called might not correspond to a valid service or entity set. Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module or method.
Solution: Check Function Module/Method: Ensure that the function module or method is correctly
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