How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS015 - SAP Gateway has been deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: SAP Gateway has been deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS015 - SAP Gateway has been deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS015 indicates that the SAP Gateway service has been deactivated. This error typically occurs when trying to access an OData service that relies on the SAP Gateway framework, but the necessary service is not active.
  Cause:
  
  Service Deactivation: The OData service you are trying to access is not activated in the SAP Gateway.
  System Configuration: The SAP Gateway might not be properly configured or might be in a state that prevents it from processing requests.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the SAP Gateway or the backend system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the OData Service:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway system.
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Check if the service is listed and if it is active. If it is not active, you can activate it from this transaction.
  If the service is not listed, you may need to register it using the "Add Service" option.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP Gateway is properly configured and running.
  Check the system logs for any errors related to the Gateway.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include access to the relevant service.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the service is active and the user has the right authorizations, check for any technical issues in the backend system.
  Review the Gateway logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Restart the Gateway:
  
  In some cases, restarting the SAP Gateway service can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: For managing OData services.
  /IWFND/GW_CLIENT: For testing OData services.
  /IWFND/ERROR_LOG: To check for error logs related to the Gateway.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on OData services and SAP Gateway configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS015 and successfully access the OData service.