How To Fix /STTPEC/ODATA003 - Failed to read destination '&1'(rc='&2')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/ODATA -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Failed to read destination '&1'(rc='&2')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/ODATA003 - Failed to read destination '&1'(rc='&2') ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/ODATA003 Failed to read destination '&1' (rc='&2') typically indicates an issue with the OData service configuration, specifically related to the destination that the OData service is trying to access. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Destination Name: The destination name specified in the OData service configuration may be incorrect or does not exist in the SAP system.
  Destination Configuration Issues: The destination may not be properly configured in the SAP Cloud Platform or the SAP Gateway system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the destination.
  Service Unavailability: The service that the destination points to may be down or not reachable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the destination name specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the connection type (HTTP, HTTPS, etc.) is appropriate and that the target URL is correct.
  
  
  
  Test the Destination:
  
  Use the "Connection Test" feature in SM59 to check if the destination can be reached successfully.
  If the test fails, review the configuration settings, including the target host and port.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user to ensure they include access to the OData service.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no firewall or network issues preventing access to the destination.
  Ensure that the server hosting the destination is up and running.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  Look for any related error messages that could indicate what went wrong.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to OData services and destination configuration for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to OData and destination errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  OData Service Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific OData service you are trying to access for any additional configuration requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the OData destination in your SAP system.