How To Fix /IWFND/CM_V4_COS121 - Action cancelled by user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Action cancelled by user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS121 - Action cancelled by user ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS121 Action cancelled by user typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This message indicates that a user action was canceled, which can happen for various reasons. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  User Intervention: The most straightforward cause is that the user manually canceled an operation, such as a data entry or a transaction.
  Timeouts: If a user takes too long to respond to a prompt or complete an action, the system may automatically cancel the operation.
  Session Issues: If the user’s session has expired or if there are connectivity issues, the action may be canceled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action, leading to a cancellation.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or misconfigurations that lead to the cancellation of the action.
  
  Solutions:
  
  User Confirmation: Ensure that the user did not inadvertently cancel the action. If they did, they can try to repeat the action.
  Check Session Status: Verify if the user’s session is still active. If it has expired, the user should log in again.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are a frequent issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the SAP Gateway configuration.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  Error Logs: Review the SAP Gateway error logs (transaction /IWFND/ERROR_LOG) for more detailed information about the error and any related issues.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to identify any underlying problems in the code or configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.