EC2 InvalidVpcEndpointServiceConfigurationID.Malformed error when configuring a VPC endpoint service.

The VPC endpoint service configuration ID is not in the correct format.

Understanding Amazon EC2 and VPC Endpoint Services

Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) is a web service that provides resizable compute capacity in the cloud. It is designed to make web-scale cloud computing easier for developers. A VPC (Virtual Private Cloud) endpoint service allows you to privately connect your VPC to supported AWS services and VPC endpoint services powered by AWS PrivateLink.

Identifying the Symptom

When configuring a VPC endpoint service, you might encounter the error: InvalidVpcEndpointServiceConfigurationID.Malformed. This error indicates that the specified VPC endpoint service configuration ID is not in the correct format.

What You Observe

During the setup or modification of a VPC endpoint service, the process fails with the error message mentioned above. This prevents the successful creation or update of the endpoint service.

Delving into the Issue

The error code InvalidVpcEndpointServiceConfigurationID.Malformed is triggered when the format of the VPC endpoint service configuration ID does not match the expected pattern. This could be due to typographical errors, incorrect copying of the ID, or using an outdated or incorrect ID format.

Common Causes

  • Manual entry errors when inputting the configuration ID.
  • Using an ID from a different AWS region or account.
  • Outdated documentation or scripts that reference an old ID format.

Steps to Resolve the Issue

To resolve the InvalidVpcEndpointServiceConfigurationID.Malformed error, follow these steps:

Step 1: Verify the Configuration ID

Ensure that the VPC endpoint service configuration ID is correctly formatted. The ID should typically look like vpce-svc-xxxxxxxx, where xxxxxxxx is a unique identifier.

Step 2: Retrieve the Correct ID

Use the AWS Management Console or AWS CLI to retrieve the correct VPC endpoint service configuration ID:

aws ec2 describe-vpc-endpoint-services --query 'ServiceDetails[*].ServiceId'

This command will list all available service IDs in your account.

Step 3: Update Your Configuration

Once you have the correct ID, update your configuration or script to use this ID. Double-check for any spaces or hidden characters that might cause formatting issues.

Additional Resources

For more information on VPC endpoint services, refer to the AWS VPC Endpoint Services Documentation. For troubleshooting tips, visit the AWS Knowledge Center.

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