How To Fix WS_TOOL092 - Variant does not point to an existing service definition &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Variant does not point to an existing service definition &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL092 - Variant does not point to an existing service definition &1. ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS_TOOL092 Variant does not point to an existing service definition &1.
  typically occurs in the context of Web Services or SOA Manager when a variant (a saved configuration or selection) references a service definition that no longer exists or is incorrectly specified.
  
  Cause
  
  The variant you are trying to use or execute refers to a service definition that has been deleted, renamed, or never created.
  The service definition ID stored in the variant is invalid or does not match any existing service definitions in the system.
  Possible transport or system inconsistencies where the variant was imported but the corresponding service definition was not.
  The variant might be corrupted or incorrectly maintained.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  In SAP Web Service tools (like SOA Manager or WS_TOOL), a variant is a saved set of parameters or selections, including the service definition it relates to.
  The service definition is a key object that defines the web service interface, binding, and related metadata.
  If the variant points to a service definition that is missing, the system cannot proceed and throws this error.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction or tool where the variant is maintained (e.g., SOAMANAGER, WS_TOOL).
  Review the variant details and identify the service definition it references.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Definition Existence:
  
  Use transaction SE80 or SOAMANAGER to check if the service definition ID exists.
  In SOAMANAGER, navigate to Web Service Configuration and search for the service definition.
  
  
  
  Correct or Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the service definition no longer exists, either:
  
  Create a new service definition with the expected name/ID.
  Or create a new variant pointing to an existing valid service definition.
  
  
  Delete or update the old variant to point to a valid service definition.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If this issue appeared after a transport, verify that the service definition was transported correctly.
  Re-import or re-transport the missing service definition if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for System or Client-Specific Issues:
  
  Sometimes variants are client-specific; ensure you are in the correct client.
  Check for authorization issues that might prevent you from seeing the service definition.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  
  Transaction / Tools Involved:
  
  SOAMANAGER: SAP Web Service Configuration tool.
  WS_TOOL: Web Service tool for managing variants and service definitions.
  SE80: Object Navigator to check service definitions.
  SE37 / SE24: To check function modules or classes related to the service.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to WS_TOOL092 for any known bugs or patches.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on Web Service configuration and variants.
  
  
  
  Example Scenario:
  
  You have a variant saved for testing or executing a web service.
  The underlying service definition was deleted or renamed.
  When you try to run the variant, SAP throws WS_TOOL092 because it cannot find the service definition.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Variant references a non-existing or deleted service definition.
  
  
  Effect
  System cannot find the service definition, resulting in error WS_TOOL092.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct the variant to point to an existing service definition or recreate it.
  
  
  Tools
  SOAMANAGER, WS_TOOL, SE80
  
  
  Additional
  Check transport consistency and client settings.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can give more tailored steps.