How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW153 - Not authorized, notification sending failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Not authorized, notification sending failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW153 - Not authorized, notification sending failed ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW153 Not authorized, notification sending failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to send notifications, which can be related to various components of the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the action does not have the required authorizations assigned in the SAP system. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to the specific OData service or the notification sending functionality.
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured or activated in the SAP Gateway.
  User Role Assignment: The user might not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary permissions for the operation being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations. This will show you the last authorization check that failed.
  Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary roles for the OData service and notification sending are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate roles to the user. This could involve adding roles that include access to the relevant OData services or notification functionalities.
  
  
  
  Service Activation:
  
  Ensure that the OData service is activated in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE. If the service is not active, you can add it and activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the OData service to ensure that it is set up correctly. This includes checking the service definition and ensuring that the necessary backend services are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or security administrators to review the authorization setup and service configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Manage OData Services
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on OData services and authorization management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /IWFND/CM_MGW153 error.