How To Fix SOMU_ERROR003 - Error when parsing result of oData call for metadata of &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOMU_ERROR - Output Management: Utilities

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error when parsing result of oData call for metadata of &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOMU_ERROR003 - Error when parsing result of oData call for metadata of &1 ?

  The SAP error message SOMU_ERROR003 indicates that there is an issue when parsing the result of an OData call for metadata. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Gateway or when working with OData services in SAP systems.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid OData Service: The OData service might not be properly defined or activated in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems that prevent the OData service from being accessed correctly.
  Service Configuration: The service might not be correctly configured in the SAP Gateway or the service might not be registered properly.
  Data Format Issues: The response from the OData service might not be in the expected format, leading to parsing errors.
  Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SOMU_ERROR003 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check OData Service Activation:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW) and ensure that the OData service is activated.
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the service is registered and active.
  
  
  
  Test the OData Service:
  
  Use the SAP Gateway Client (transaction code /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the OData service directly. This can help identify if the service is returning the expected metadata.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the OData service. You can use tools like ping or curl to test connectivity.
  
  
  
  Review Service Configuration:
  
  Check the service configuration in the SAP Gateway. Ensure that the service is correctly set up and that all necessary parameters are configured.
  
  
  
  Inspect the Response Format:
  
  If you have access to the backend system, check the response format of the OData service. Ensure that it adheres to the OData standards and is correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. You can check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway logs for any additional error messages or details that might provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to view error logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  OData Documentation: Familiarize yourself with OData service development and troubleshooting documentation provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SOMU_ERROR003 error in your SAP system.