How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME011 - Hub metadata cache outdated; Hub='&1', BEP='&2'; execute request again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Hub metadata cache outdated; Hub='&1', BEP='&2'; execute request again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME011 - Hub metadata cache outdated; Hub='&1', BEP='&2'; execute request again ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_RUNTIME011 indicates that the metadata cache for the SAP Gateway Hub is outdated. This typically occurs when there have been changes to the backend system (BEP) that are not reflected in the Hub's cache. The error message provides two parameters: Hub and BEP, which represent the respective systems involved.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Changes: Changes in the backend system (like changes to OData services, data models, or entity sets) that have not been updated in the Hub's cache.
  Cache Expiration: The cache may have expired or become invalid due to time-based expiration settings.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in system configuration or deployment that affect the metadata.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Refresh the Metadata Cache:
  
  You can manually refresh the metadata cache in the SAP Gateway Hub. This can typically be done through transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE:
  
  Go to the transaction.
  Select the service that is causing the issue.
  Click on "Refresh" or "Activate" to update the metadata.
  
  
  
  
  
  Clear the Cache:
  
  You can clear the cache for the specific service or for all services in the Hub. This can be done using transaction code /IWFND/CACHE:
  
  Go to the transaction.
  Choose the option to clear the cache.
  This will force the Hub to fetch the latest metadata from the backend.
  
  
  
  
  
  Re-execute the Request:
  
  After refreshing or clearing the cache, re-execute the request that generated the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Backend Changes:
  
  Ensure that any changes made in the backend system are correctly implemented and activated.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on managing metadata and caching.
  System Performance: Regularly monitor the performance of the Hub and backend systems to ensure that they are functioning optimally and that cache management is handled appropriately.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the Hub's metadata is up to date with the backend system.