How To Fix WS_TOOL806 - Service definition contains irreparable errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Service definition contains irreparable errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL806 - Service definition contains irreparable errors ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS_TOOL806: Service definition contains irreparable errors
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when there is a problem with the Web Service definition in the SAP system, typically related to the Web Service Tool (transaction SOAMANAGER or SE80 for Web Service development). The "irreparable errors" indicate that the service definition (WSDL, service binding, or related artifacts) is corrupted or inconsistent to a degree that the system cannot automatically fix it.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incomplete or incorrect WSDL import.
  Manual changes or inconsistencies in the service definition.
  Missing or invalid references in the service metadata.
  Transport or system inconsistencies after moving objects between systems.
  Corrupted service metadata in the SAP repository.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WS_TOOL806 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Service Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SOAMANAGER or SE80 and review the service definition.
  Look for missing or inconsistent entries in the service binding, port types, or WSDL.
  
  
  
  Re-import or Re-create the Service:
  
  If the service was imported from an external WSDL, try re-importing it.
  If the service was created manually, consider deleting and recreating the service definition.
  
  
  
  Use the Web Service Repair Tools:
  
  In some SAP versions, there are repair or consistency check tools available in SOAMANAGER or SE80 to fix service definitions.
  Run these tools to attempt automatic repair.
  
  
  
  Check Transport and Repository Consistency:
  
  If the service was transported from another system, verify that all dependent objects were transported correctly.
  Use transaction SPAU or SPDD to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for OSS Notes related to WS_TOOL806.
  Some SAP Notes provide patches or manual correction steps for known issues.
  
  
  
  Manually Correct the Service Metadata:
  
  If you have development experience, you can try to manually correct the service metadata in SE80 or via ABAP code.
  This is risky and should be done with caution and backup.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above works, raise a support ticket with SAP, providing the full error details and system logs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SOAMANAGER: Web Service Configuration.
  SE80: Object Navigator (for Web Service development).
  SICF: Maintain Services (check if the service is active).
  SPAU/SPDD: Transport adjustment tools.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for "WS_TOOL806" on SAP ONE Support Launchpad.
  Example notes might address specific bugs or provide manual correction instructions.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Web Services and SOAMANAGER.
  SAP Community forums for similar issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WS_TOOL806 indicates a corrupted or inconsistent Web Service definition that cannot be automatically repaired. The solution involves reviewing, re-importing, or recreating the service, running repair tools, checking transport consistency, and consulting SAP Notes or support if needed.