How To Fix ESJI_ODATA002 - Business data does not exist for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESJI_ODATA - OData Service Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Business data does not exist for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESJI_ODATA002 - Business data does not exist for &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESJI_ODATA002 indicates that there is no business data available for the specified entity or key in the OData service. This typically occurs when a request is made to retrieve data that does not exist in the backend system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Data: The most common cause is that the data you are trying to access does not exist in the database. This could be due to incorrect keys or identifiers being used in the request.
  Incorrect OData URL: The URL used to access the OData service might be incorrect, leading to a request for a non-existent resource.
  Authorization Issues: The user making the request may not have the necessary permissions to access the data, which can sometimes lead to similar error messages.
  Data Deletion: The data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  Service Configuration: The OData service might not be properly configured to expose the required data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Data Existence: Check the backend system to ensure that the data you are trying to access actually exists. You can do this by querying the database directly or using transaction codes in SAP.
  Check the OData URL: Ensure that the OData service URL is correctly formed and that you are using the correct entity set and keys.
  Review User Permissions: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to check roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs or OData service logs for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  Service Metadata: Review the OData service metadata to ensure that the entity you are trying to access is correctly defined and exposed.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: OData (Open Data Protocol) is a standard protocol used to create and consume RESTful APIs. Understanding how OData services work in SAP can help troubleshoot issues.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE (Manage Services) to manage OData services.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific OData service you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.