How To Fix /IWBEP/MC_SB_GEN_USR016 - Specify the technical service name

/IWBEP/MC_SB_GEN_USR016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/MC_SB_GEN_USR -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Specify the technical service name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/MC_SB_GEN_USR016 - Specify the technical service name ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/MC_SB_GEN_USR016 typically indicates that a technical service name has not been specified in the context of an OData service or a similar scenario in the SAP Gateway framework. This error often arises when trying to generate or activate a service without providing the necessary technical details.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Technical Service Name: The most common cause of this error is that the technical service name has not been defined or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the OData service or the service registration process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the service.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify the Technical Service Name:
  
  Go to the transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Check if the service you are trying to use is listed. If not, you may need to register it.
  Ensure that you have specified the correct technical service name in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
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