How To Fix SRT_WSP973 - Invalid authentication level specified. Design Time object is invalid. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 973

• Message text: Invalid authentication level specified. Design Time object is invalid. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP973 - Invalid authentication level specified. Design Time object is invalid. &1 ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP973 indicates that there is an issue with the authentication level specified for a web service in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the authentication settings in the service definition do not match the expected configuration or when the service is not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Authentication Level: The authentication level specified in the web service configuration does not match the expected values. This could be due to a misconfiguration in the service definition.
  Design Time Object Issues: The design-time object (like a web service definition) may be invalid or corrupted, leading to this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The necessary security settings or configurations for the web service might be missing or incorrectly set.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authentication Settings:
  
  Go to the service definition in the SAP system (using transaction code SOAMANAGER).
  Verify the authentication level specified for the web service. Ensure it is set to a valid value (e.g., None, Basic, or Certificate).
  If necessary, change the authentication level to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Validate Design-Time Objects:
  
  Ensure that the web service definition is correctly configured and not corrupted.
  You can try to regenerate the service definition if you suspect it is invalid.
  
  
  
  Review Security Settings:
  
  Check the security settings in the SOAMANAGER transaction.
  Ensure that the necessary security policies are in place and that they match the authentication level specified.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Patches:
  
  Sometimes, this error can be related to bugs in the SAP system. Check if there are any updates or patches available for your SAP version that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message. There may be known issues and recommended solutions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the web service again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web services and their configurations.
  SE80: For accessing the Object Navigator, where you can check the service definitions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on web service configuration and security settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.