How To Fix /UI2/CDMFCC252 - Entity &1 of type &2 cannot be found.


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /UI2/CDMFCC -

  • Message number: 252

  • Message text: Entity &1 of type &2 cannot be found.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/CDMFCC252 - Entity &1 of type &2 cannot be found. ?

    The SAP error message /UI2/CDMFCC252 Entity &1 of type &2 cannot be found typically indicates that the system is unable to locate a specific entity (like a business object or data record) that is expected to be present in the database or the application context. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Fiori applications or when working with OData services.

    Causes:

    1. Missing Data: The entity you are trying to access may not exist in the database. This could be due to data deletion or it never being created in the first place.
    2. Incorrect Entity Type: The entity type specified in the request may not match any existing entity types in the system.
    3. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the entity.
    4. Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured or activated, leading to issues in fetching the required data.
    5. Incorrect URL or Parameters: The request URL or parameters may be incorrectly formed, leading to the system being unable to find the entity.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Data Existence: Verify that the entity you are trying to access actually exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant database table or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11.
    2. Validate Entity Type: Ensure that the entity type specified in your request matches the expected entity types defined in the OData service.
    3. Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the entity.
    4. OData Service Configuration: Ensure that the OData service is correctly configured and activated in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
    5. Check URL and Parameters: Review the request URL and parameters to ensure they are correctly formatted and contain valid values.
    6. Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the OData service to see where the error is occurring and gather more information about the request being processed.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • SE16 / SE11: For checking data in database tables.
      • SEGW: For managing OData services.
      • /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: For activating and maintaining OData services.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
    • Fiori Launchpad: If this error occurs in the Fiori Launchpad, ensure that the app is correctly configured and that the necessary roles are assigned to the user.

    If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.

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