How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_SRVD202 - Service Definition &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_SRVD - Messages for Service Definition Design Time

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Service Definition &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_SRVD202 - Service Definition &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_SRVD202 indicates that a service definition referenced in your operation does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or when working with OData services in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Service Definition: The service definition you are trying to access or use has not been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Service Name: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the service definition you are trying to reference.
  Transport Issues: If the service definition was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service definition.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the service definition exists in the list. If it does not, you may need to create it or activate it.
  
  
  
  Create/Activate Service:
  
  If the service definition is missing, you can create a new service definition or activate an existing one.
  If you have the service definition in your development environment, ensure it is properly activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Double-check the name of the service definition you are trying to use. Ensure there are no typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the service was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported into the target system.
  Check the transport logs for any errors during the import process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service definition. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, service definitions depend on other objects (like data models or backend services). Ensure that all dependencies are correctly set up and activated.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: Service Maintenance for OData services.
  /IWFND/ERROR_LOG: To check for any errors related to OData services.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for OData services and Gateway for more detailed information on creating and managing service definitions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.