How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COS001 - GSDO type '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COS -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: GSDO type '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS001 - GSDO type '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS001 GSDO type '&1' does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific Generic Service Data Object (GSDO) type that is referenced in the OData service.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GSDO Type: The GSDO type specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the service definition or the GSDO type not being created or activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The OData service might be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent GSDO types.
  Transport Issues: If the GSDO type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  Namespace Issues: The GSDO type might exist in a different namespace that is not accessible in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check GSDO Type: Verify that the GSDO type referenced in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and checking for the existence of the GSDO type.
  Create/Activate GSDO Type: If the GSDO type does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is in a deactivated state.
  Review OData Service Configuration: Check the OData service configuration in the SAP Gateway (transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE) to ensure that all references are correct and that the service is properly registered.
  Transport Check: If the GSDO type was supposed to be transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects and that they were imported correctly into the target system.
  Namespace Verification: Ensure that the GSDO type is in the correct namespace and that there are no conflicts with other objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To manage OData services.
  SE11: To check Data Dictionary objects.
  SE80: To access the Object Navigator for various development objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to GSDO types and OData services.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on OData services and the SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.