How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COS003 - SAP Gateway has been deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COS -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: SAP Gateway has been deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS003 - SAP Gateway has been deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS003 indicates that the SAP Gateway has been deactivated. This error typically arises when the SAP Gateway service is not active or has been disabled in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Service Deactivation: The SAP Gateway service may have been manually deactivated by an administrator or due to system configuration changes.
  System Configuration: The system might not be properly configured to run the SAP Gateway services.
  Transport Issues: If there were recent transports or changes made to the system, they might have inadvertently affected the Gateway service.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Gateway services.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the SAP Gateway Service:
  
  Go to transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Check the list of services and see if the required service is deactivated.
  If it is deactivated, select the service and activate it.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP Gateway is properly configured in your system. This includes checking the relevant settings in transaction SPRO under the SAP Gateway settings.
  Verify that the necessary components are installed and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that might have affected the Gateway service.
  Re-import the transport if necessary or correct any issues identified.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Gateway services. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Restart the Gateway:
  
  In some cases, restarting the SAP Gateway service can resolve temporary issues. This can be done through transaction SMICM or by using the appropriate command in the operating system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Manage OData services.
  /IWFND/GW_CLIENT: Test OData services.
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  SMICM: Monitor and manage the Internet Communication Manager (ICM).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the Gateway service. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on configuring and managing the SAP Gateway.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /IWFND/CM_COS003 error and reactivate the SAP Gateway service. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.