How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_SBMG034 - Provide Service Name and Version!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_SBMG -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Provide Service Name and Version!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_SBMG034 - Provide Service Name and Version! ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_SBMG034 Provide Service Name and Version! typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when a service is being called without specifying the required service name and version. This error is often encountered during the development or testing of OData services in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Service Name and Version: The error indicates that the request made to the OData service does not include the necessary parameters for the service name and version.
  Incorrect URL: The URL used to access the OData service might be incorrectly formatted or missing required components.
  Service Registration Issues: The OData service may not be properly registered in the SAP Gateway system, leading to issues when trying to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Request URL: Ensure that the URL used to call the OData service includes both the service name and the version. The correct format typically looks like this:
  /sap/opu/odata/sap/<Service_Name>/<Entity_Set>?$format=json
  Make sure to replace <Service_Name> with the actual name of your OData service.
  
  
  Service Registration: Verify that the OData service is correctly registered in the SAP Gateway. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Checking if the service is activated and properly configured.
  Using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the service registration and ensure it is active.
  
  
  
  Check Service Version: If your service has multiple versions, ensure that you are specifying the correct version in your request. This is particularly important if you are using versioning in your OData service.
  
  
  Testing with Postman or Browser: You can test the OData service using tools like Postman or directly in a web browser to ensure that the service is accessible and that the URL is correctly formed.
  
  
  Review Documentation: If you are unsure about the service name or version, refer to the documentation or the service definition in the SAP Gateway Service Builder.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: This is the technology that allows you to expose SAP business data as OData services.
  OData Services: Open Data Protocol (OData) is a standard protocol used for building and consuming RESTful APIs.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SEGW: Service Builder for creating and managing OData services.
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Maintenance of OData services in the SAP Gateway.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after checking these points, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.