How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG072 - Get Expanded EntitySet failed for Entity Type &1, Entity Data Provider &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Get Expanded EntitySet failed 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_EDPLOG072 - Get Expanded EntitySet failed for Entity Type &1, Entity Data Provider &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG072 indicates that there was a failure in retrieving an expanded EntitySet for a specific Entity Type and Entity Data Provider in the context of SAP Gateway services. This error typically occurs when there are issues with the OData service configuration, data retrieval, or underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Entity Type or Data Provider: The specified Entity Type or Data Provider may not exist or may be incorrectly defined in the OData service.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified Entity Type or Data Provider.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data model or the way the EntitySet is defined.
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured or activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Backend Issues: There could be issues in the backend system that prevent data retrieval, such as database connectivity problems or missing data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entity Type and Data Provider: Verify that the Entity Type and Data Provider specified in the error message are correctly defined in the OData service. Ensure that they exist and are properly configured.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Entity Type. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Validate Data Model: Review the data model associated with the OData service to ensure that it is correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Service Activation: Check if the OData service is activated in the SAP Gateway. You can do this using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage and activate services.
  Check Backend Connectivity: Ensure that the backend system is accessible and that there are no issues with database connectivity. You can test the connection using transaction codes like SM59 for RFC connections.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to identify the exact point of failure. You can use transaction SE80 to access the service implementation and set breakpoints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Manage OData services.
  SE80: Object Navigator for debugging and checking service implementations.
  SM59: RFC destination configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Logs: Review the SAP Gateway logs for more detailed error messages. You can access logs using transaction /IWFND/ERROR_LOG.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_EDPLOG072.