How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDP052 - Execution mode &1 is invalid for Get Entity Set operation

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDP -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Execution mode &1 is invalid for Get Entity Set operation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDP052 - Execution mode &1 is invalid for Get Entity Set operation ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDP052 Execution mode &1 is invalid for Get Entity Set operation typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the execution mode specified for a GET request on an entity set is not valid. 
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Execution Mode: The execution mode specified in the request is not supported for the GET operation. The execution modes can include options like "A" (Asynchronous), "S" (Synchronous), etc., and not all modes are applicable for every type of operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model.
  Service Implementation: The service implementation might not be correctly handling the execution mode for the GET operation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Request: Review the OData request being sent to ensure that the execution mode is appropriate for the GET operation. If you are using a tool like Postman or a custom application, ensure that the request does not include an invalid execution mode.
  Modify the Service Implementation: If you have access to the service implementation, check the code to ensure that it correctly handles the execution modes for GET requests. You may need to adjust the logic to accommodate the valid execution modes.
  Review Service Configuration: Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) and check the configuration of the OData service. Ensure that the entity set is correctly defined and that the service is activated.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as there may be fixes related to this issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for OData services and the specific error message to understand the valid execution modes and their contexts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the invalid execution mode is being set or processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.