How To Fix ECATT_ODATA_TST026 - Error during metadata access: EntityContainer &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_ODATA_TST - eCATT OData Testing - Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Error during metadata access: EntityContainer &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_TST026 - Error during metadata access: EntityContainer &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_TST026 indicates that there is an issue with accessing the metadata of an OData service, specifically that the specified EntityContainer could not be found. This error typically arises in the context of using eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) for testing OData services.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect EntityContainer Name: The name of the EntityContainer specified in the eCATT script or configuration may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Service Not Activated: The OData service might not be activated in the SAP Gateway or the relevant system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the eCATT script may not have the necessary authorizations to access the OData service or its metadata.
  Service URL Issues: The URL used to access the OData service might be incorrect or not properly configured.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the OData service itself, such as missing or misconfigured entities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify EntityContainer Name: Check the name of the EntityContainer in your eCATT script and ensure it matches the name defined in the OData service metadata.
  Activate OData Service: Go to the SAP Gateway and ensure that the OData service is activated. You can do this using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the eCATT script has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. You may need to check roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  Test Service URL: Manually test the OData service URL in a browser or a tool like Postman to ensure it is accessible and returns the expected metadata.
  Review Service Configuration: Check the configuration of the OData service in the backend system to ensure that all entities and the EntityContainer are correctly defined.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Metadata: The metadata of an OData service can be accessed by appending $metadata to the service URL. This can help you verify the structure and available entities.
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for eCATT for more details on how to configure and troubleshoot eCATT scripts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific OData service or eCATT functionality you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the ECATT_ODATA_TST026 error.