How To Fix SRT_WSP3196 - Service Definition &1 does not exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Service Definition &1 does not exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP3196 - Service Definition &1 does not exists ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP3196 indicates that a service definition specified in the context of a web service does not exist. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access a web service that has not been properly defined or registered in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Service Definition: The service definition you are trying to access has not been created or is not active in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Service Name: The service name specified in the request may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the service definition was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service definition.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SOAMANAGER in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the "Web Service Configuration" section and check if the service definition exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Service:
  
  If the service definition is missing, you can create it using the appropriate tools in SOAMANAGER or by using transaction SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Ensure that the service is activated after creation.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Name:
  
  Double-check the service name in your request to ensure it matches the defined service in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the service was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary objects are included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the web service. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SOAMANAGER: This is the transaction used for managing web services in SAP. It allows you to configure, create, and manage service definitions.
  Web Service Definition: A web service definition in SAP includes the technical details required to expose a function module or a class method as a web service.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.