How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MED027 - Save Service first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MED -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Save Service first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MED027 - Save Service first ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MED027 Save Service first typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when you are trying to perform an operation (like activating or testing a service) without first saving the service definition. This error is related to the development and configuration of OData services in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to activate or test an OData service that has not been saved.
  The service definition is incomplete or has not been properly configured before trying to execute it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save the Service:
  
  Go to the service definition in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Ensure that you have made all necessary changes to the service.
  Click on the "Save" button to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  After saving, you may need to activate the service. You can do this by selecting the service and clicking on the "Activate" button.
  Ensure that all necessary components (like data models, entity sets, etc.) are also activated.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If you still encounter issues, check for any other error messages or warnings in the service builder that might indicate problems with the service definition.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  Once the service is saved and activated, you can test it using the SAP Gateway Client (transaction code /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) or by accessing the service URL directly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SEGW: Service Builder for OData services.
  /IWFND/GW_CLIENT: Gateway Client for testing OData services.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for detailed guidance on service creation, activation, and testing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to OData services.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /IWBEP/CM_MED027 Save Service first error and successfully work with your OData services in SAP.