How To Fix DRAFT_ADMIN_CORE000 - Contract violation: Consumer Fault

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRAFT_ADMIN_CORE - Message class for admin service

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Contract violation: Consumer Fault

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRAFT_ADMIN_CORE000 - Contract violation: Consumer Fault ?

  The SAP error message "DRAFT_ADMIN_CORE000 Contract violation: Consumer Fault" typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve service consumption, such as SAP Cloud Platform or SAP S/4HANA. This error indicates that there is a violation of the contract between the service provider and the consumer, which can happen for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Service Contract Mismatch: The consumer is trying to access a service that does not match the expected contract defined by the service provider. This could be due to changes in the service interface or parameters that are not being adhered to.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The consumer may not have the necessary permissions to access the service or specific operations within the service.
  
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent by the consumer may not conform to the expected format or structure defined in the service contract.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If the service has been updated or versioned, the consumer may still be using an older version that is no longer compatible.
  
  
  Network Issues: Sometimes, network-related issues can cause disruptions in service calls, leading to contract violations.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Service Contract: Review the service contract to ensure that the consumer is adhering to the expected parameters and data formats. Make sure that the consumer is using the correct version of the service.
  
  
  Update Consumer Code: If there have been changes to the service, update the consumer application to align with the new service contract.
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user or application making the service call has the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: Use sample data that conforms to the expected format to test the service call. This can help identify if the issue is with the data being sent.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review application logs and error messages for more detailed information about the failure. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the contract violation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific service being used to understand the expected inputs and outputs.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Service Documentation: Review the API or service documentation for any updates or changes that may affect the consumer's implementation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "DRAFT_ADMIN_CORE000 Contract violation: Consumer Fault" error in your SAP environment.