How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG051 - Execute Action 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: 051

• Message text: Execute Action 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_EDPLOG051 - Execute Action called for Entity Type &1, Entity Data Provider &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG051 typically indicates an issue related to the execution of an action in an OData service. This error message is part of the SAP Gateway framework and is often encountered when there are problems with the configuration or implementation of the OData service.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Entity Type or Provider: The error may occur if the entity type or data provider specified in the request is incorrect or does not exist.
  Action Implementation Issues: The action being called may not be implemented correctly in the backend service.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the action on the specified entity.
  Service Activation: The OData service may not be activated or properly registered in the SAP Gateway.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be issues with the data being passed to the action, such as missing or invalid parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entity Type and Provider: Verify that the entity type and data provider specified in the request are correct and exist in the system.
  Review Action Implementation: Ensure that the action is correctly implemented in the backend. Check the method handling the action in the corresponding Data Provider Class (DPC).
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user executing the action has the necessary authorizations. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Service Activation: Ensure that the OData service is activated in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Debugging: Use transaction /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for more detailed error logs that can provide additional context on the failure.
  Parameter Validation: Validate the parameters being sent in the request to ensure they meet the expected format and requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To manage and activate OData services.
  /IWFND/ERROR_LOG: To view error logs related to OData service calls.
  SE80: To access the Object Navigator for checking the implementation of the OData service.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on implementing OData services and handling actions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.