How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COS047 - No software version found for system alias '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COS -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: No software version found for system alias '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS047 - No software version found for system alias '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS047 No software version found for system alias '&1' typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when the system is unable to find a software version associated with a specified system alias. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing entries in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Software Version: The software version for the specified system alias is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect System Alias: The system alias provided in the error message may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the SAP Gateway or the OData service.
  Transport Issues: If the system alias was recently transported, the transport might not have included the necessary software version information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Alias Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration for the system alias.
  Ensure that the system alias is correctly defined and that it points to the correct backend system.
  
  
  
  Define Software Version:
  
  Use transaction IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the software version is defined for the system alias.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or update the software version for the system alias.
  
  
  
  Check OData Service Registration:
  
  Ensure that the OData service is properly registered and activated in the SAP Gateway.
  You can check this in transaction IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  System Alias in the Backend:
  
  If the system alias is pointing to a backend system, ensure that the backend system is correctly configured and accessible.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that might address this specific error. Sometimes, issues are known and documented by SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: For managing OData services.
  SPRO: For accessing the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for more details on system aliases and OData service configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and the steps you have already taken.