How To Fix /IWFND/MED_SVC_MU_LA007 - GSDO type '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/MED_SVC_MU_LA -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: GSDO type '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/MED_SVC_MU_LA007 - GSDO type '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/MED_SVC_MU_LA007 GSDO type '&1' does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a Generic Service Data Object (GSDO) type that is not defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GSDO Definition: The specified GSDO type (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been created or is not properly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the OData service or the underlying data model that references the GSDO type.
  Transport Issues: If the GSDO type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  Namespace Issues: The GSDO type may exist in a different namespace that is not accessible in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check GSDO Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the GSDO type exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists, ensure that it is activated and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review OData Service Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the OData service configuration. Ensure that the service is correctly configured to use the GSDO type.
  Check the service's metadata to see if the GSDO type is referenced correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the GSDO type was recently transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects and that they were imported successfully.
  Check for any transport errors that may have occurred during the import.
  
  
  
  Namespace Verification:
  
  Verify that the GSDO type is in the correct namespace and that your service is configured to access it.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the error is occurring. This may provide additional context on why the GSDO type is not being recognized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific GSDO type and OData services for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Help Portal: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on OData services and GSDO types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.