How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_ST161 - Version was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_ST -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Version was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_ST161 - Version was not found ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_ST161 Version was not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific version of a service or entity that is being requested. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service you are trying to access may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Incorrect Version: The version of the service being requested may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Service Registration Issues: There may be issues with the registration of the OData service in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the requested version of the service.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP Gateway or backend system that prevent the service from being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the service is listed and activated. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Service Version:
  
  Ensure that the version of the service you are trying to access is correct. You can check the available versions in the Service Builder.
  
  
  
  Re-register the Service:
  
  If the service is not found, you may need to re-register it. This can be done in the same Service Builder transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. You may need to check the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache can resolve issues related to service versions. You can do this using transaction code /IWFND/CACHE_CLEANUP.
  
  
  
  Check Backend System:
  
  If the OData service is connected to a backend system, ensure that the backend service is functioning correctly and that there are no issues on that side.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for more detailed information on service management.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /IWBEP/CM_ST161 Version was not found error in your SAP system.