How To Fix /IWFND/CM_RS000 - The Filter Role table is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_RS -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: The Filter Role table is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_RS000 - The Filter Role table is empty ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_RS000 The Filter Role table is empty typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any entries in the Filter Role table, which is necessary for the authorization checks related to OData services.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Filter Role Table: The Filter Role table (/IWFND/CM_FILTER_ROLE) is empty, meaning there are no defined roles that can be used for filtering OData services.
  Missing Authorizations: The user trying to access the OData service may not have the necessary authorizations assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the Gateway settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Filter Role Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the table /IWFND/CM_FILTER_ROLE.
  If the table is empty, you need to create entries that define the roles for filtering.
  
  
  
  Create Filter Roles:
  
  Use transaction code IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to maintain your OData services.
  Ensure that you have defined the necessary roles in the Filter Role table. You can create roles that correspond to the OData services you are using.
  
  
  
  Assign Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. This may involve assigning the appropriate roles to the user in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check Service Registration:
  
  Ensure that the OData service is properly registered and activated in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in transaction IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  
  
  
  Check for Configuration Issues:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the OData service and ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to roles or services are transported to the appropriate environment (e.g., QA, Production).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for more information on configuring OData services and managing roles.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWFND/CM_RS000 The Filter Role table is empty. If the issue persists, further investigation into the specific configuration and user roles may be necessary.