How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COS053 - Deleting data provider entry from database failed. Check maintenance view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COS -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Deleting data provider entry from database failed. Check maintenance view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS053 - Deleting data provider entry from database failed. Check maintenance view ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS053 indicates that there was a failure in deleting a data provider entry from the database, and it suggests checking the maintenance view for more details. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services, where the system is trying to manage data provider entries.
  Causes:
  
  Database Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other database integrity constraints preventing the deletion of the data provider entry.
  Locking Issues: The entry might be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the deletion from being processed correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Constraints: Review the database schema to identify any constraints that might be preventing the deletion. You may need to remove or adjust these constraints.
  Release Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for and release any locks on the data provider entry.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the data provider entry. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Maintenance View: Use transaction SE11 to access the maintenance view related to the data provider. Look for any inconsistencies or issues that might be causing the deletion to fail.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the failure.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or repair tools specific to your database.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), SLG1 (Application Log), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway and OData service documentation for best practices on managing data provider entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /IWFND/CM_COS053 error message.