How To Fix /IWFND/CM_LOGGING016 - GET_GSDO_FROM_GNIL_MODEL failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_LOGGING -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: GET_GSDO_FROM_GNIL_MODEL failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_LOGGING016 - GET_GSDO_FROM_GNIL_MODEL failed ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_LOGGING016 GET_GSDO_FROM_GNIL_MODEL failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there was a failure in retrieving a specific model or data object, which can be due to various reasons. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Model Configuration Issues: The OData service might not be properly configured, or the model might not be correctly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or service.
  Service Activation: The OData service might not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Data Issues: There could be issues with the underlying data, such as missing or inconsistent data in the database.
  System Performance: Performance issues or timeouts in the system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Service Activation:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE) and ensure that the OData service is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Model Configuration:
  
  Check the model configuration in the service definition. Ensure that all entities and associations are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. You can use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for detailed error logs. This can provide more context on what went wrong.
  You can also debug the OData service to see where the failure occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the underlying data in the database is consistent and that there are no missing records that the OData service expects to retrieve.
  
  
  
  Performance Tuning:
  
  If the error is related to performance, consider optimizing the queries or increasing system resources.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches related to the specific version of SAP you are using. Sometimes, known issues are documented with recommended fixes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Gateway and OData services for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: For managing OData services.
  /IWFND/ERROR_LOG: For viewing error logs related to OData services.
  SE80: For checking the service implementation in the ABAP Workbench.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.