How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW304 - ICF-Node '&1' for Service '&2' deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW -

• Message number: 304

• Message text: ICF-Node '&1' for Service '&2' deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW304 - ICF-Node '&1' for Service '&2' deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW304 ICF-Node '&1' for Service '&2' deactivated typically indicates that the ICF (Internet Communication Framework) node associated with a specific OData service is deactivated. This can prevent the service from being accessed or utilized properly.
  Cause:
  
  ICF Node Deactivation: The ICF node for the OData service has been deactivated, which means that the service cannot be accessed via HTTP(S).
  Service Not Registered: The OData service may not be properly registered in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the ICF node.
  Transport Issues: If the service was transported from another system, the ICF node may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the ICF Node:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF.
  In the ICF tree, navigate to the path corresponding to the service. The path usually looks like /sap/opu/odata/sap/<Service_Name>.
  Right-click on the node and select "Activate Service" if it is deactivated. If you see a "Deactivate Service" option, it means the service is already active.
  Ensure that the node is activated for all necessary HTTP protocols (HTTP/HTTPS).
  
  
  
  Check Service Registration:
  
  Use transaction code IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the OData service is registered.
  If the service is not listed, you may need to register it using the "Add Service" option.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the ICF node and the OData service.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the service was transported, ensure that all related objects, including the ICF nodes, were transported correctly.
  You may need to manually activate the ICF node in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  If the issue persists, check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICF (Internet Communication Framework): This is a framework in SAP that allows for the creation of HTTP-based services.
  OData Services: These are RESTful services that allow for the manipulation of data in SAP systems.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: For managing ICF services.
  IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: For managing OData services.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully activate the ICF node for your OData service.