How To Fix /SCMTMS/GATEWAY007 - Unknown filter property &1 for entity &2 of service &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GATEWAY -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Unknown filter property &1 for entity &2 of service &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GATEWAY007 - Unknown filter property &1 for entity &2 of service &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GATEWAY007 Unknown filter property &1 for entity &2 of service &3 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the OData service or the way a filter is being applied in a query.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Filter Property: The error indicates that the filter property specified in the OData query does not exist for the specified entity. This could be due to a typo, an outdated property name, or a misunderstanding of the available properties for that entity.
  Service Configuration Issues: The OData service might not be properly configured or activated, leading to discrepancies in the expected properties.
  Version Mismatch: If there are multiple versions of the service or if the system has been recently upgraded, the properties available in the service might have changed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to access certain properties, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Filter Property: Verify the filter property (&1) you are using in your query. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists for the specified entity (&2) in the OData service (&3).
  Review OData Service Metadata: Access the OData service metadata (usually available at a URL like /sap/opu/odata/sap/<service_name>/$metadata) to see the available entities and their properties. This will help you confirm whether the property you are trying to use is valid.
  Update OData Service: If the service has been recently updated or if you suspect it is not configured correctly, you may need to refresh or re-activate the OData service in the SAP Gateway.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the properties of the entity in question.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific OData service you are using to understand the expected properties and their usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with the specific OData service or error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage OData services and check their status.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the OData service to see how the request is being processed and where it might be failing.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.