How To Fix FDT_SERVICE082 - Older version is deployed, a newer version is available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_SERVICE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Services

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Older version is deployed, a newer version is available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_SERVICE082 - Older version is deployed, a newer version is available ?

  The SAP error message FDT_SERVICE082 indicates that there is a version mismatch between the deployed version of a service and a newer version that is available. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP Gateway services, where the service definition has been updated but the older version is still in use.
  Cause:
  
  Service Versioning: The service you are trying to access has been updated, but the system is still using an older version of that service.
  Deployment Issues: The newer version of the service may not have been properly deployed or activated in the system.
  Cache Issues: Sometimes, the cache may still hold references to the older version of the service.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the New Version:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the newer version of the service is listed and activate it if it is not already activated.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Clear the cache for the OData service. You can do this by using transaction /IWFND/CACHE and selecting the option to clear the cache.
  Additionally, you may want to clear the browser cache if you are accessing the service through a web application.
  
  
  
  Check Service Registration:
  
  Ensure that the service is properly registered in the system. You can check this in the Service Maintenance transaction.
  If the service is not registered, you may need to register it again.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the service has dependencies on other services or components, ensure that those are also updated and activated.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes have been transported to the appropriate environment (e.g., QA, Production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the release notes or documentation for the service to understand any changes that may have been made in the newer version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Version Control: Familiarize yourself with the version control mechanisms in SAP Gateway to better manage service updates and deployments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_SERVICE082 error and ensure that you are using the latest version of the service.