How To Fix CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG013 - XML term & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: XML term & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG013 - XML term & not found ?

  The SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG013 with the description "XML term & not found" typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and the SAP Advanced Data Modeling Layer (ADL). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific XML term that is expected in the context of a data model or service definition.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The XML term that the system is looking for may not be defined in the metadata of the service or data model.
  Service Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model.
  Transport Issues: If the service or data model was recently transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing components.
  Versioning Issues: The version of the service being called may not match the expected version that contains the required XML term.
  Typographical Errors: There could be a typo in the service call or in the definition of the XML term.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata: Verify that the XML term is correctly defined in the metadata of the OData service. You can do this by accessing the service's metadata document (usually available at the service URL with $metadata appended).
  Service Activation: Ensure that the OData service is properly activated in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Rebuild the Service: If there are changes in the underlying data model, consider regenerating the service to ensure that all definitions are up to date.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary components were transported correctly.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like SE80 or SE37 to debug the service and identify where the error is occurring.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific version of the software you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums like SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it is impacting production systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the missing XML term in your SAP environment.