How To Fix /IWFND/CM_V4_COS134 - Group identifier '&1' is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Group identifier '&1' is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS134 - Group identifier '&1' is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS134 Group identifier '&1' is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the group identifier specified in the request is not recognized or is invalid. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Group Identifier: The group identifier specified in the request does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the group has not been defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified group.
  Configuration Issues: The OData service may not be properly configured to recognize the group identifier.
  Service Activation: The OData service associated with the group identifier may not be activated or may have been deactivated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Group Identifier:
  
  Verify that the group identifier specified in the request is correct. Look for any typos or incorrect values.
  Ensure that the group identifier exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review OData Service Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) and check the service definition.
  Ensure that the group identifier is correctly defined in the service.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user making the request has the necessary authorizations to access the specified group.
  Review the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Activate OData Service:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the OData service is active.
  If it is not active, activate the service.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the error is occurring and gather more information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.