How To Fix /IWPGW/PGW_SERVICE104 - SAP Gateway context parameter &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWPGW/PGW_SERVICE -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: SAP Gateway context parameter &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWPGW/PGW_SERVICE104 - SAP Gateway context parameter &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message /IWPGW/PGW_SERVICE104 indicates that a context parameter in the SAP Gateway is empty when it is expected to have a value. This error typically arises in scenarios where the SAP Gateway is trying to process a request but cannot find the necessary context information to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Context Parameter: The specific context parameter indicated by &1 is not being passed in the request. This could be due to a misconfiguration in the service or an issue in the application logic that constructs the request.
  Incorrect Service Configuration: The service might not be properly configured to handle the request, leading to missing parameters.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, resulting in empty parameters.
  Data Issues: The underlying data might not exist or be incorrectly set up, leading to the absence of expected parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Request: Review the request being sent to the SAP Gateway. Ensure that all required parameters are included and correctly populated.
  Service Configuration: Verify the configuration of the OData service in the SAP Gateway. Ensure that the service is correctly set up to handle the expected parameters.
  Debugging: Use transaction /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for any additional error messages or logs that might provide more context about the issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service and the data it requires.
  Data Validation: Check the underlying data in the SAP system to ensure that it is correctly set up and that the expected values are present.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific OData service you are using to understand the required parameters and their expected values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  /IWFND/ERROR_LOG: To view error logs related to OData services.
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To manage and maintain OData services.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar cases.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.