How To Fix /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT063 - Entity Set &1 not defined in Metadata

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Entity Set &1 not defined in Metadata

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT063 - Entity Set &1 not defined in Metadata ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT063 Entity Set &1 not defined in Metadata typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services when the requested entity set is not defined in the service's metadata. This can happen for several reasons, and here are the common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Entity Set Not Defined: The entity set you are trying to access is not defined in the OData service's metadata.
  Service Activation: The OData service may not be activated or properly registered in the SAP Gateway.
  Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the service definition in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the entity set.
  Service Versioning: If there are multiple versions of the service, you might be calling an outdated version that does not include the entity set.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Metadata: 
  
  Use the transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the service is active and to view its metadata. Ensure that the entity set is defined in the service.
  You can also access the metadata directly via the URL: http://<host>:<port>/sap/opu/odata/sap/<service_name>/$metadata.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  If the service is not active, activate it using the same transaction code mentioned above. Ensure that the service is properly registered.
  
  
  
  Check Service Definition:
  
  Review the service definition in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW). Ensure that the entity set is correctly defined and included in the service.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service and the specific entity set.
  
  
  
  Check for Versioning:
  
  If you are using a specific version of the service, ensure that the entity set exists in that version. You may need to update your service call to point to the correct version.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Service:
  
  If changes were made to the data model, you may need to regenerate the service. In the Service Builder, right-click on the service and select "Generate".
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache can resolve issues. You can do this by using transaction code /IWFND/CACHE to clear the OData cache.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to your version of SAP Gateway or the OData service.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for troubleshooting similar issues encountered by other users.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for more detailed guidance on service creation and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT063 Entity Set &1 not defined in Metadata.