How To Fix SRT_MONITORING021 - Error when creating instance of metadata class: "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_MONITORING - Message Class for SOAP Runtime Monitoring

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Error when creating instance of metadata class: "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_MONITORING021 - Error when creating instance of metadata class: "&1" ?

  The SAP error message SRT_MONITORING021 typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there is an issue related to the creation of an instance of a metadata class. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Metadata: The metadata class that the system is trying to instantiate may not exist or may not be properly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP PI/PO system that prevent the proper instantiation of the metadata class.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account attempting to create the instance may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the SAP system that are causing this issue.
  Transport Issues: If the metadata class was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Metadata Class: Verify that the metadata class specified in the error message exists and is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration in the Integration Directory or the Enterprise Services Repository (ESR).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations for the integration scenario are correctly set up. This includes checking the communication channels, mappings, and any other relevant settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to create instances of the metadata class. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate problems with the transport of the metadata class.
  Restart Services: Sometimes, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP PI/PO system can resolve transient issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes such as SXMB_MONI (for monitoring messages) or SRT_MONI (for monitoring web services) to gather more information about the error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SAP PI/PO for detailed information on metadata classes and their configuration.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.