How To Fix /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME136 - Function group '&1' does not contain any modules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Function group '&1' does not contain any modules

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME136 - Function group '&1' does not contain any modules ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME136 indicates that the function group specified (denoted by &1) does not contain any modules. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when there is an issue with the function group that is expected to contain certain function modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Function Modules: The function group specified in the error message does not have any function modules defined. This could happen if the function group was not properly created or if the function modules were deleted or not activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The OData service might be incorrectly configured to point to a function group that does not exist or is not properly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the function group was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  Development Errors: There may have been an error during the development process where the function modules were not created or were inadvertently removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Group: Go to transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) and check the function group specified in the error message. Ensure that it exists and contains the necessary function modules.
  Create/Activate Function Modules: If the function group is empty, you may need to create the required function modules. If they exist but are not activated, activate them.
  Review OData Service Configuration: Check the configuration of the OData service in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE. Ensure that the service is correctly pointing to the right function group and that all necessary components are included.
  Transport Check: If the function group was transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly into the target system.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the OData service to see where the error is occurring and gather more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator to check function groups and modules.
  SE37: Function Module maintenance to create or modify function modules.
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To maintain OData services.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on OData service development and function group management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.