How To Fix /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME105 - Web service '&1' cannot be generated; reason: '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME -

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Web service '&1' cannot be generated; reason: '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME105 - Web service '&1' cannot be generated; reason: '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME105 indicates that there is an issue with generating a web service in the SAP Gateway framework. The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the name of the web service and &2 for the specific reason why the generation failed.
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing Annotations: The service might be missing required annotations in the metadata or the data model.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or entity definitions that prevent the service from being generated.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as missing dependencies, incorrect configurations, or issues with the underlying database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate the web service.
  Service Activation: The service might not be activated properly in the SAP Gateway Service Builder.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Annotations: Review the annotations in your data model and ensure that all required annotations are present and correctly defined.
  Validate Data Model: Use the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE) to validate the data model for inconsistencies.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all necessary dependencies and components are installed and configured correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and activate services.
  Activate Service: Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder and ensure that the service is activated. If it is not, activate it and try generating the web service again.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Service Maintenance for SAP Gateway.
  /IWFND/ERROR_LOG: To check for error logs related to the Gateway.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Gateway documentation for guidelines on service creation and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the exact error message and context for better diagnosis.