How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_SB_COMPOS005 - Enter the Technical Service Name and Version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_SB_COMPOS -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter the Technical Service Name and Version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_SB_COMPOS005 - Enter the Technical Service Name and Version ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_SB_COMPOS005 typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is an issue with the configuration of a service or when required parameters are missing. This specific error indicates that the system expects a Technical Service Name and Version to be provided, but they are either not entered or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameters: The Technical Service Name and Version are not provided in the request or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The service might not be properly configured in the SAP Gateway.
  Service Activation: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Provide Required Parameters:
  
  Ensure that you are entering the Technical Service Name and Version correctly in the relevant fields. This is usually done in the service configuration or when making a request to the OData service.
  
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) and verify that the service is correctly defined and that the Technical Service Name and Version are set.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  If the service is not activated, you can activate it using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE. Here, you can add the service and ensure it is active.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service. You may need to check the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include access to the relevant OData services.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway logs for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to view error logs.
  
  
  
  Testing the Service:
  
  Use the SAP Gateway Client (transaction code /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the service directly. This can help you identify if the issue is with the service itself or with how it is being called.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: A technology that allows you to connect devices, environments, and applications to SAP systems.
  OData Services: A standard protocol for creating and consuming data APIs, which is widely used in SAP applications.
  Service Activation: The process of making an OData service available for consumption in the SAP Gateway.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or refer to the SAP Community for further assistance.