How To Fix ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST129 - &1: Service not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST - eCATT - OData Smoke Test Testing - Messages

• Message number: 129

• Message text: &1: Service not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST129 - &1: Service not active ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST129 with the description "Service not active" typically occurs in the context of using eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) when trying to access an OData service that is not currently active or properly configured. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service you are trying to access has not been activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the eCATT script may not have the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Incorrect Service URL: The URL used to access the OData service might be incorrect or malformed.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the service might not be properly registered in the SAP Gateway.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the OData Service:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the OData service is listed. If it is not active, you can activate it by selecting the service and clicking on the "Activate" button.
  Ensure that the service is assigned to the appropriate system alias.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the eCATT script has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Verify Service URL:
  
  Double-check the URL used in the eCATT script to ensure it is correct. You can test the URL in a browser or a tool like Postman to see if it returns the expected results.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP Gateway is properly configured and that there are no issues with the backend system that could affect the service.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway logs (transaction /IWFND/ERROR_LOG) for any additional error messages that might provide more context on why the service is not active.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the OData service or eCATT.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for eCATT and OData services for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST129.