How To Fix CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX026 - Service & is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX - texts for parser

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Service & is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX026 - Service & is not available ?

  The SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX026 typically indicates that a specific service is not available in the SAP Gateway. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with OData services or when trying to access certain functionalities in SAP applications that rely on the Gateway framework.
  Cause:
  
  Service Not Activated: The most common cause is that the OData service is not activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the service definition itself.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing access to the service.
  Backend Issues: The backend system might be down or not reachable.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the service is listed and activated. If not, you can add it and activate it.
  Ensure that the service is correctly registered in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service. This can be done by checking the roles assigned to the user and ensuring they include access to the relevant OData service.
  
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Review the service configuration in the Service Builder to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Check for any dependencies or required components that may not be configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  Use the SAP Gateway Client (transaction code /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the service directly. This can help identify if the issue is with the service itself or with the application trying to access it.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the service. This includes checking firewall settings, proxy configurations, and network connectivity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific service or functionality you are trying to access for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for documentation on OData services and SAP Gateway to understand the architecture and configuration better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.