How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW324 - Soft state activation failed; ICF-Node '&1' missing for service '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW -

• Message number: 324

• Message text: Soft state activation failed; ICF-Node '&1' missing for service '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW324 - Soft state activation failed; ICF-Node '&1' missing for service '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW324 Soft state activation failed; ICF-Node '&1' missing for service '&2' typically indicates that there is an issue with the activation of the ICF (Internet Communication Framework) node for a specific OData service in the SAP Gateway. This error can occur when the required ICF service is not activated or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  ICF Node Not Activated: The specific ICF node required for the OData service is not activated in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the service registration or the service itself.
  Transport Issues: If the service was transported from another system, the ICF node may not have been included or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the activation of the ICF node.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ICF Node Activation:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF.
  In the ICF service tree, navigate to the path where the OData service is located (usually under sap/opu/odata).
  Check if the specific ICF node (e.g., /sap/opu/odata/sap/<Service_Name>) is activated. If it is not activated, right-click on the node and select "Activate Service".
  
  
  
  Service Registration:
  
  Ensure that the OData service is properly registered in the SAP Gateway.
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the service is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the service was transported, ensure that all necessary components, including the ICF nodes, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and activate the ICF nodes. Check the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue. Use transaction code SLG1 to check the application logs.
  
  
  
  Restart ICF Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the ICF services or the SAP Gateway can help resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICF Services: The Internet Communication Framework (ICF) is a framework that allows SAP systems to communicate with external systems over HTTP/HTTPS.
  OData Services: OData (Open Data Protocol) is a standard protocol used for building and consuming RESTful APIs.
  SAP Gateway: SAP Gateway is a technology that enables the connection between SAP systems and external applications, allowing for the creation of OData services.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.