/IWFND/MED131 - Text reference for model &1 read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/MED -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Text reference for model &1 read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/MED131 - Text reference for model &1 read ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/MED131 typically indicates an issue related to the OData service in the SAP Gateway. This error message specifically refers to a problem with the text reference for a model that is being read. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The error often occurs when the system is trying to read a text reference (like descriptions or labels) for a specific model, but the corresponding texts are missing in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text data.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data model or the underlying database tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Texts: Verify that the texts for the model in question are correctly maintained in the relevant tables. For example, if you are dealing with material texts, check the MAKT table for the relevant entries.
  Re-generate OData Service: If the texts are present but the error persists, try re-generating the OData service. This can be done in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Check Service Activation: Ensure that the OData service is properly activated in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the texts. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  Debugging: If the issue is still unresolved, consider debugging the OData service to identify where the error is occurring. This can provide insights into whether the issue is with the service logic or the data retrieval.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SEGW: Service Builder for OData services.
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Manage OData services.
  PFCG: Role maintenance for checking authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for more detailed information on troubleshooting and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /IWFND/MED131 error in your SAP system.