How To Fix ECATT_ODATA_TST027 - Error during metadata access: EntitySet &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_ODATA_TST - eCATT OData Testing - Messages

• Message number: 027

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_TST027 - Error during metadata access: EntitySet &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_TST027 indicates that there was an issue accessing the metadata for an OData service, specifically that the specified EntitySet could not be found. This error typically arises in the context of testing OData services using eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) or when trying to access OData services in general.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect EntitySet Name: The name of the EntitySet specified in the request does not match any of the EntitySets defined in the OData service metadata.
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway or the service might not be registered properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the request may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified EntitySet.
  Service Versioning: If there are multiple versions of the OData service, the requested EntitySet may exist in a different version than the one being accessed.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing access to the OData service.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify EntitySet Name: Check the OData service metadata (usually accessible via the service URL with $metadata appended) to ensure that the EntitySet name is correct.
  Activate the OData Service: Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the OData service is active. If not, activate it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service and the specific EntitySet.
  Check Service Version: If applicable, ensure that you are accessing the correct version of the OData service that contains the desired EntitySet.
  Test Connectivity: Use tools like Postman or a browser to test the OData service URL directly to ensure it is reachable and functioning correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Service Metadata: You can access the metadata of an OData service by navigating to the service URL and appending $metadata (e.g., http://<host>:<port>/sap/opu/odata/sap/<service_name>/$metadata).
  eCATT Documentation: Review the eCATT documentation for specific details on how to set up and execute tests for OData services.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific OData service or the error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ECATT_ODATA_TST027 error effectively.