How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_SRVB021 - Could not read Service Binding

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_SRVB - Message class for Service Binding

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Could not read Service Binding

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_SRVB021 - Could not read Service Binding ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_SRVB021: Could not read Service Binding typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or when working with OData services in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the service binding information for a specific OData service.
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Missing Service Binding: The service binding for the OData service might not be created or is missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service binding.
  Transport Issues: If the service was transported from one system to another, the service binding might not have been included in the transport.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP Gateway or the underlying system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the OData 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 Binding:
  
  In the Service Builder, ensure that the service binding is created for the OData service.
  If it is missing, create a new service binding for the service.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service and its bindings.
  You can check the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport the Service Binding:
  
  If the service was transported, ensure that the transport request included the service binding.
  You may need to manually create the service binding in the target system if it was not included.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the SAP Gateway and ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up.
  Check for any system logs or error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: For managing OData services.
  /IWFND/GW_CLIENT: For testing OData services.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for more detailed information on service activation and binding.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.