How To Fix ESJI_ODATA007 - Business data does not exist in &1 for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESJI_ODATA - OData Service Messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Business data does not exist in &1 for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESJI_ODATA007 - Business data does not exist in &1 for &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESJI_ODATA007 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving business data from the specified source. The message typically states that the requested data does not exist in the specified entity set for the given key or parameters.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Absence: The most common cause is that the data you are trying to access does not exist in the specified database table or entity set. This could be due to:
  
  The data has not been created or has been deleted.
  The key or parameters used in the request do not match any existing records.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters or keys used in the OData request may be incorrect or malformed, leading to a failure in locating the desired data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the requested data, which can lead to the system not returning any results.
  
  
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured to expose the required data, or there may be issues with the service itself.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Data Existence: Check the underlying database or entity set 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 to view the data.
  
  
  Check Parameters: Review the parameters or keys being sent in the OData request. Ensure they are correct and correspond to existing records in the database.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user making the request has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to check user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Service Configuration: If you suspect that the OData service is not configured correctly, check the service definition in the SAP Gateway. Ensure that the entity set is properly defined and that the service is activated.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the OData request and response. This can help identify where the failure is occurring.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: Understanding how OData services work in SAP Gateway can provide insights into how data is exposed and accessed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for managing OData services and /IWFND/GW_CLIENT for testing OData services.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.