How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COS081 - System alias '&1' is invalid: '/' not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COS -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: System alias '&1' is invalid: '/' not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS081 - System alias '&1' is invalid: '/' not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS081 System alias '&1' is invalid: '/' not allowed typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is an issue with the system alias configuration. The error indicates that the system alias being referenced contains a character (specifically, the '/') that is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid System Alias: The system alias defined in the SAP Gateway configuration contains a '/' character, which is not permitted.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the system alias settings, possibly due to manual entry or incorrect settings during system setup.
  Transport Issues: If the system alias was transported from another system, it might have been incorrectly defined in the source system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Alias Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway system and check the configuration of the system alias.
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to access the service maintenance screen.
  Look for the system alias that is causing the issue and ensure it does not contain any invalid characters, particularly '/'.
  
  
  
  Modify the System Alias:
  
  If you find that the system alias contains a '/', you will need to change it to a valid name that does not include any disallowed characters.
  Update the system alias in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Re-register the OData Service:
  
  After correcting the system alias, you may need to re-register the OData service associated with it.
  Use the same transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to register the service again.
  
  
  
  Check Related Configuration:
  
  Ensure that any related configurations, such as the service binding and destination settings, are also correctly set up and do not reference the invalid alias.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the OData service to ensure that the error is resolved and that the service is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on configuring system aliases and OData services.
  Community Forums: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Community forums or support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your SAP Gateway configuration is correct.