How To Fix /IWFND/CM_IFL003 - SAP GW Business Data Provider failed

/IWFND/CM_IFL003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_IFL -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: SAP GW Business Data Provider failed

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_IFL003 - SAP GW Business Data Provider failed ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_IFL003 indicates that the SAP Gateway Business Data Provider has failed. This error typically occurs in the context of OData services and can be caused by various issues. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information to help you troubleshoot this error.
  Causes:
  
  Service Registration Issues: The OData service may not be properly registered in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data model or the underlying data.
  Backend System Errors: The backend system (e.g., an ABAP system) may be experiencing issues that prevent it from processing requests.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP Gateway or the backend system can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP Gateway and the backend system can also cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Service Registration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway