How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW105 - Service group '&1' not found in backend for system alias '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW -

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Service group '&1' not found in backend for system alias '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW105 - Service group '&1' not found in backend for system alias '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW105 Service group '&1' not found in backend for system alias '&2' typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services when the system is unable to find a specified service group in the backend system. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Service Group Not Activated: The service group specified in the error message may not be activated in the backend system.
  Incorrect System Alias: The system alias (&2) may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong backend system.
  Service Group Name Typo: There might be a typo in the service group name (&1), leading to the system being unable to locate it.
  Backend System Issues: The backend system may be down or not reachable due to network issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service group in the backend.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Service Activation:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway system and check if the service group is activated. You can do this using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  If the service group is not listed, you may need to register it.
  
  
  
  Verify System Alias:
  
  Check the configuration of the system alias in transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE or /IWFND/CONFIG.
  Ensure that the system alias is correctly pointing to the intended backend system.
  
  
  
  Correct Service Group Name:
  
  Double-check the service group name for any typos or discrepancies. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is defined in the backend.
  
  
  
  Check Backend System Status:
  
  Ensure that the backend system is up and running. You can test the connection from the SAP Gateway system to the backend using transaction code SM59.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service group in the backend system. You may need to check roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Backend Configuration:
  
  If the service group is supposed to be available in the backend, ensure that it is properly configured and activated in the backend system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To manage and activate OData services.
  /IWFND/CONFIG: To configure the SAP Gateway settings.
  SM59: To check RFC connections.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Use transaction SLG1 to check application logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /IWFND/CM_MGW105 Service group '&1' not found in backend for system alias '&2'.