How To Fix /IWFND/CM_LOGGING423 - Consumer delete-method failed and cleanup was executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_LOGGING -

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Consumer delete-method failed and cleanup was executed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_LOGGING423 - Consumer delete-method failed and cleanup was executed ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_LOGGING423 Consumer delete-method failed and cleanup was executed typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there was a failure when attempting to execute a DELETE operation on a consumer entity, and as a result, a cleanup process was triggered.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the DELETE operation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other data integrity rules that prevent the deletion of the entity.
  Service Implementation Errors: The DELETE method in the OData service might not be implemented correctly, leading to runtime errors.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues or timeouts could also lead to failures in executing the DELETE operation.
  Backend Errors: There could be issues in the backend system (e.g., database errors, application logic errors) that prevent the deletion from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the DELETE operation. This can be done by reviewing the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Review OData Service Implementation: Check the implementation of the DELETE method in the OData service. Ensure that it is correctly handling the deletion logic and that any necessary error handling is in place.
  Check Data Integrity: Verify that there are no data integrity constraints preventing the deletion. This may involve checking related entities and ensuring that they are not dependent on the entity being deleted.
  Analyze Logs: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/ERROR_LOG or /IWFND/CM_LOGGING to analyze the logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Test Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues affecting the connection between the frontend and backend systems.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend system, consider debugging the DELETE method to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the error.
  OData Service Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific OData service you are working with to understand its expected behavior and any limitations.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.