How To Fix /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME027 - BOP ID provided is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: BOP ID provided is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME027 - BOP ID provided is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME027 with the description "BOP ID provided is invalid" typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the Business Object (BOP) ID you are trying to use is not recognized or does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid BOP ID: The BOP ID you are using may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Non-existent BOP: The BOP ID may refer to a Business Object that has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified BOP.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model.
  Transport Issues: If the BOP was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify BOP ID: Double-check the BOP ID you are using for any typos or errors. Ensure that it matches the expected format.
  Check Existence: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check if the BOP ID exists in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOP. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Activate OData Service: If the BOP is part of an OData service, ensure that the service is activated in the SAP Gateway using transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the OData service and the associated Business Object to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Check: If the BOP was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request and that they have been activated in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context about the invalid BOP ID.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.