How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW205 - No authorization for recipient based filter in NOTIFICATIONSTORE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: No authorization for recipient based filter in NOTIFICATIONSTORE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW205 - No authorization for recipient based filter in NOTIFICATIONSTORE ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW205 No authorization for recipient based filter in NOTIFICATIONSTORE typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when there is an issue with authorization related to the recipient-based filtering mechanism in the Notification Store.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the OData service does not have the necessary authorizations to access the Notification Store or the specific data being requested.
  Recipient-Based Filtering: The error indicates that the system is trying to apply a recipient-based filter, which requires specific authorizations that the user lacks.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the OData service or the underlying data model that prevent proper authorization checks from being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the Notification Store. This may involve checking the user's roles in transaction PFCG and ensuring that they include the necessary permissions for the OData service and Notification Store.
  Specifically, look for authorizations related to the S_RFC and S_SERVICE objects, as these are often relevant for OData services.
  
  
  
  Review OData Service Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the OData service in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE. Ensure that the service is properly activated and that the relevant authorizations are assigned.
  If the service uses recipient-based filtering, ensure that the filtering logic is correctly implemented and that the user has access to the relevant recipients.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to identify where the authorization check is failing. This can provide insights into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation related to the Notification Store and OData services for any specific requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To maintain OData services.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on authorization issues with OData services.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for details on recipient-based filtering and authorization management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /IWFND/CM_MGW205 error.