How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG021 - Create Entity called for Entity Type &1, Entity Data Provider &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Create Entity called for Entity Type &1, Entity Data Provider &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG021 - Create Entity called for Entity Type &1, Entity Data Provider &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG021 typically indicates an issue related to the creation of an entity in the OData service. This error message is part of the SAP Gateway framework and is often encountered when there are problems with the data provider or the entity type being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Data Provider Issues: The error may occur if the data provider class is not implemented correctly or if there are issues with the logic in the method that handles the creation of the entity.
  Entity Type Configuration: If the entity type is not properly defined in the OData service or if there are inconsistencies in the metadata, this error can arise.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user trying to create the entity can also lead to this error.
  Data Validation Errors: If the data being sent to create the entity does not meet the validation criteria defined in the data provider, it can trigger this error.
  Service Activation: The OData service might not be activated or properly configured in the SAP Gateway.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Provider Implementation: Review the implementation of the data provider class, especially the method responsible for creating the entity (usually CREATE_ENTITY). Ensure that it is correctly handling the incoming data and returning the appropriate response.
  Validate Entity Type Configuration: Ensure that the entity type is correctly defined in the OData service metadata. Check for any inconsistencies or missing properties.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the create operation on the specified entity type.
  Inspect Incoming Data: Check the data being sent in the request to ensure it meets all validation rules and is in the correct format.
  Service Activation: Make sure that the OData service is activated in the SAP Gateway. You can do this using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the status of the service.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to trace the execution flow and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage OData services and /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for error logs related to OData services.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Gateway documentation for detailed information on implementing data provider classes and handling OData requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.