How To Fix START_MESSAGES087 - No authentication URL is maintained at the backend.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: START_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: No authentication URL is maintained at the backend.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message START_MESSAGES087 - No authentication URL is maintained at the backend. ?

  The SAP error message "START_MESSAGES087 No authentication URL is maintained at the backend" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a valid authentication URL for a specific service or application. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with SAP Fiori applications, SAP Gateway, or when integrating with external systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The backend system does not have an authentication URL configured for the service being accessed.
  Incorrect System Settings: The settings in the SAP Gateway or the backend system may not be correctly configured to handle authentication requests.
  Service Not Activated: The required OData service or application may not be activated in the backend system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the frontend from reaching the backend.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway system and check the configuration for the service. Ensure that the authentication URL is correctly maintained.
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the OData service