/IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME137 - Function group '&1' not available

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Function group '&1' not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME137 - Function group '&1' not available ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME137 Function group '&1' not available typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific function group that is required for the operation you are trying to perform, particularly in the context of the SAP Gateway and OData services.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Function Group: The function group specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing transport or an incomplete installation of a component.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system might be misconfigured, leading to the inability to locate the required function group.
  Transport Issues: If the function group was recently transported from another system, the transport might not have been successful or might not have included all necessary objects.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the function group may not have been created or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Group: Verify if the function group exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE80 or SE37 to search for the function group.
  Transport Check: If the function group is missing, check if it was supposed to be transported from another system. If so, ensure that the transport request was released and imported correctly.
  Recreate Function Group: If the function group is missing and you have the source code or the necessary information, you may need to recreate it.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the OData service or the SAP Gateway to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Activate Objects: If the function group exists but is not activated, you may need to activate it using transaction SE80 or SE37.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific function group or OData service you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Launchpad.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.