How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COS111 - Error: '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COS -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Error: '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS111 - Error: '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COS111 typically relates to issues in the SAP Gateway framework, particularly when dealing with OData services. The error message format Error: '&1' indicates that there is a specific error message or code that is being passed as a parameter.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Service Not Registered: The OData service you are trying to access may not be registered in the SAP Gateway.
  Service Not Activated: The service might be registered but not activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Incorrect URL: The URL used to access the OData service may be incorrect or malformed.
  Backend Issues: There could be issues in the backend system that the OData service is trying to access.
  Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the metadata of the OData service.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Service Registration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Ensure that the OData service is listed and properly registered.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  If the service is registered but not activated, select the service and activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Verify the URL:
  
  Double-check the URL you are using to access the OData service. Ensure it follows the correct format and points to the right service.
  
  
  
  Check Backend Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the backend system is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Review the Service Metadata:
  
  Check the service metadata to ensure that it is correctly defined and that there are no issues with the data model.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Use transaction SLG1 to check the application logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and the SAP Gateway for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the error persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.