How To Fix /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER001 - Get GSDO type (data object '&1') operation has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Get GSDO type (data object '&1') operation has failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER001 - Get GSDO type (data object '&1') operation has failed ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER001 typically indicates that there is an issue with the OData service or the data object being accessed. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP Gateway and OData services. Below are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service might not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data object.
  Incorrect Data Object Name: The data object specified in the error message may not exist or is incorrectly referenced.
  Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the metadata of the OData service.
  Backend Issues: Problems in the backend system (like missing data or configuration issues) can also lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the frontend and backend systems can cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the OData Service:
  
  Go to 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 and the underlying data objects.
  Use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Object Name:
  
  Double-check the data object name in the error message to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check the OData Model:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for any errors related to the OData service.
  Review the service's metadata to ensure that the data model is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access, you can debug the OData service to identify where the failure occurs.
  Use transaction code SE80 to access the relevant service and check the implementation.
  
  
  
  Check Backend System:
  
  Ensure that the backend system is functioning correctly and that the necessary data is available.
  Check for any relevant error messages in the backend system.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues between the frontend and backend systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER001 error message. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.