How To Fix SRT_WSP3116 - Could not determine Service Definition for an operation in Compound SD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP3 - SRT: Web Service Configuration Messages 3

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Could not determine Service Definition for an operation in Compound SD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP3116 - Could not determine Service Definition for an operation in Compound SD ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP3116 indicates that the system could not determine the service definition for an operation in a Compound Service Definition (SD). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when dealing with web services.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Service Definition: The service definition for the operation you are trying to call may not exist or is not properly configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The service might be incorrectly configured in the Enterprise Services Repository (ESR) or the Integration Directory.
  Namespace Issues: There could be issues with the namespace of the service definition, leading to the system being unable to locate the correct service.
  Transport Issues: If the service definition was recently transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the service definition and the operation being called.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Service Definition: Verify that the service definition exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SOAMANAGER) and checking the service definitions.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the service is correctly configured in both the ESR and the Integration Directory. Check for any missing or incorrect settings.
  Namespace Verification: Confirm that the namespace used in the service call matches the namespace defined in the service definition.
  Transport Check: If the service definition was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that the transport was successful.
  Test with Different Versions: If applicable, test the service with different versions to see if the issue is related to a specific version of the service definition.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web service configurations.
  SICF: To check the HTTP services and their configurations.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring web services and troubleshooting common issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the error message SRT_WSP3116.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.