How To Fix SOMU_ERROR035 - Service &1 does not exist or is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOMU_ERROR - Output Management: Utilities

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Service &1 does not exist or is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOMU_ERROR035 - Service &1 does not exist or is inactive ?

  The SAP error message SOMU_ERROR035 indicates that a service (denoted as &1 in the message) does not exist or is currently inactive. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) or when working with web services.
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Created: The service you are trying to access has not been created in the SAP system.
  Service Inactive: The service exists but is not activated. This can happen if the service was created but not properly published or activated.
  Incorrect Service Name: The service name you are using might be misspelled or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the service registry or service definition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Service Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SOAMANAGER) and check if the service is listed.
  If it is not listed, you may need to create the service.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  If the service exists but is inactive, you can activate it in SOAMANAGER or through the relevant service activation transaction.
  Ensure that all necessary configurations are completed.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Name:
  
  Double-check the service name you are using in your request. Ensure it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SOAMANAGER or the relevant service configuration transactions to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific service you are trying to use for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web services and service configurations.
  SICF: For managing HTTP services in SAP.
  SE80: For checking the service definition in the Object Navigator.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the service you are working with.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) or the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.