How To Fix /IWFND/MED179 - Service '&1' could not be updated (Keywords / Annotation IDs)

/IWFND/MED179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/MED -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Service '&1' could not be updated (Keywords / Annotation IDs)

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/IWFND/MED179 - Details

• The SAP error message /IWFND/MED179 Service '&1' could not be updated (Keywords / Annotation IDs) typically occurs in the context of the SAP Gateway and OData services. This error indicates that there was an issue updating the service metadata, specifically related to keywords or annotation IDs.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Keywords or Annotations: The service may contain invalid or unsupported keywords or annotations that prevent it from being updated.
  Service Lock: The service might be locked by another user or process, preventing updates.
  Transport Issues: If the service is being transported between systems, there may be inconsistencies or issues with the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the service.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues in the SAP Gateway or the OData service configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Keywords and Annotations: Review the service definition for any invalid keywords or annotations. Ensure that they conform to the expected standards.
  Unlock the Service: If