How To Fix /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER104 - IWF Dispatching for OData used. (Content < Release 2 SP02)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: IWF Dispatching for OData used. (Content < Release 2 SP02)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER104 - IWF Dispatching for OData used. (Content < Release 2 SP02) ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_CONSUMER104 typically indicates an issue related to the OData service configuration or the way the OData service is being consumed. This error is often encountered when there are problems with the OData service's metadata or when the service is not properly registered or activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Cause:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Incorrect Service URL: The URL used to access the OData service may be incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Service Versioning: The OData service version being called may not be compatible with the backend system or may not exist.
  Metadata Issues: There may be issues with the metadata of the OData service, such as missing or incorrect annotations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the OData 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 the Service URL:
  
  Ensure that the URL used to access the OData service is correct. Verify the endpoint and parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has access to the OData service.
  
  
  
  Check Service Version:
  
  Verify that the correct version of the OData service is being called. If there are multiple versions, ensure that the correct one is being used.
  
  
  
  Review Metadata:
  
  Use the transaction /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for any errors related to the OData service.
  Review the metadata of the OData service to ensure that it is correctly defined and does not have any missing or incorrect annotations.
  
  
  
  Check Backend System:
  
  Ensure that the backend system is functioning correctly and that there are no issues with the underlying data or business logic.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.