How To Fix SPXN138 - No WSDL in cache

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPXN - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 138

• Message text: No WSDL in cache

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPXN138 - No WSDL in cache ?

  The SAP error message SPXN138 "No WSDL in cache" typically occurs when there is an issue with the Web Service Definition Language (WSDL) file that is required for a web service operation. This error indicates that the WSDL file is not available in the cache, which can prevent the web service from functioning correctly.
  Causes:
  
  WSDL Not Generated: The WSDL file may not have been generated or published correctly in the SAP system.
  Cache Issues: The cache for the WSDL may have been cleared or not populated due to a system error or misconfiguration.
  Service Configuration: The web service may not be properly configured in the SAP system, leading to the WSDL not being available.
  Network Issues: If the WSDL is supposed to be fetched from an external source, network issues may prevent it from being retrieved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the WSDL.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Regenerate WSDL: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SOAMANAGER in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant web service and regenerate the WSDL.
  Ensure that the service is properly configured and published.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  In SOAMANAGER, you can clear the cache for the web service.
  After clearing the cache, try to access the service again to see if the WSDL is now available.
  
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Verify that the web service is correctly configured in the SOAMANAGER.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the web service and its WSDL.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If the WSDL is being fetched from an external source, check the network configuration and ensure that the SAP system can reach the external service.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs and system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web services and their configurations.
  SICF: For checking the Internet Communication Framework services.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring web services and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the SPXN138 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPXN138 error and ensure that the WSDL is available for your web service operations.