/IWFND/CM_MGW_RT038 - Service '&1' version '&2' not created

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Service '&1' version '&2' not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT038 - Service '&1' version '&2' not created ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT038 Service '&1' version '&2' not created typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services, particularly when there is an issue with the creation or registration of an OData service. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Activated: The OData service may not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Missing Metadata: The service might be missing necessary metadata or configuration settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or activate the service.
  Incorrect Service Version: The specified version of the service may not exist or may not be properly defined.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the underlying data model or service implementation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Check if the service is listed and ensure it is activated. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Service Metadata:
  
  Ensure that the service has the correct metadata defined. You can do this by checking the service definition in the Service Builder.
  If necessary, regenerate the service.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and activate services. Check roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Version:
  
  Confirm that the version specified in the error message is correct and that the service version exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review the implementation of the service to ensure there are no errors in the code or configuration.
  Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Service:
  
  If the service is corrupted or not functioning as expected, consider deleting and recreating the service in the Service Builder.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: For managing OData services.
  /IWFND/ERROR_LOG: To check for error logs related to OData services.
  SLG1: To view application logs for more detailed error information.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SAP Gateway and OData services for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /IWFND/CM_MGW_RT038.