How To Fix /IWPGW/TGW_TCM_MSG003 - DELETE request on URI &1 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWPGW/TGW_TCM_MSG -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: DELETE request on URI &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWPGW/TGW_TCM_MSG003 - DELETE request on URI &1 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /IWPGW/TGW_TCM_MSG003 DELETE request on URI &1 is not supported typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services when a DELETE request is made to a URI that does not support deletion operations. This can happen for various reasons, including the following:
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Operation: The service or resource identified by the URI does not support the DELETE operation. This could be due to the nature of the resource or the way the OData service is designed.
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be configured to handle DELETE requests for the specific entity or resource.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform a DELETE operation on the specified resource.
  Incorrect URI: The URI being accessed may be incorrect or not mapped to a valid entity that supports deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Service Metadata: Review the OData service metadata (usually accessible via the $metadata endpoint) to confirm whether the DELETE operation is supported for the specific entity type.
  Review Service Implementation: If you have access to the service implementation, check the code to ensure that the DELETE operation is properly implemented for the entity in question.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user making the request has the necessary authorizations to perform DELETE operations on the resource.
  Correct URI: Verify that the URI being used in the DELETE request is correct and corresponds to a valid entity that supports deletion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific OData service documentation for guidance on supported operations and any limitations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Protocol: Understanding the OData protocol and its operations (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) can help in diagnosing issues related to service operations.
  SAP Gateway: Familiarize yourself with SAP Gateway concepts, as it plays a crucial role in exposing SAP data and services via OData.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage and check the status of OData services in your SAP system.
  Error Logs: Check the SAP Gateway error logs for more detailed information about the error and any related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.