How To Fix CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG038 - Layer is not specified

CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Layer is not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG038 - Layer is not specified ?

  The SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSG038: Layer is not specified typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and the SAP ABAP programming environment, particularly when working with the SAP Advanced Data Layer (SADL). This error indicates that a required layer specification is missing in the configuration or the request being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Layer Specification: The error usually arises when a layer (such as a data source or a specific processing layer) is not defined in the request or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the SADL or the Gateway service that is being used.
  Programming Error: If you are developing custom logic or using SADL in your ABAP code, there might be a programming oversight where the layer is not being set correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the SADL configuration is correctly set up. This includes checking the data model and ensuring that all necessary layers are defined.
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