How To Fix EIT_REGISTRY023 - OData Service &1 &2 invalid as metadata could not be read; check service.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIT_REGISTRY - Extension Item Template: Messages for Registry Check

• Message number: 023

• Message text: OData Service &1 &2 invalid as metadata could not be read; check service.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIT_REGISTRY023 - OData Service &1 &2 invalid as metadata could not be read; check service. ?

  The SAP error message EIT_REGISTRY023 indicates that there is an issue with an OData service where the metadata could not be read. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Cause
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Incorrect Service Name: The service name provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the backend system or the service itself, such as missing or incorrect configurations.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing access to the service.
  Service Versioning: The service version being called may not exist or may have been deprecated.
  
  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, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Service Name:
  
  Verify that the service name and version you are using are correct. Ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. You may need to check roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Check Backend Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the backend system is properly configured and that the OData service is correctly implemented. Check for any missing or incorrect settings.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like Postman or the SAP Gateway Client (transaction code /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the OData service directly and see if you can retrieve the metadata.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the SAP Gateway logs (transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG) for any additional error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Service Versioning:
  
  If the service has multiple versions, ensure you are calling the correct version that is currently active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific OData service for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific OData service you are using.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  OData Service Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific OData service to understand its requirements and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the EIT_REGISTRY023 error message.