How To Fix CL_PIM_MESSAGE005 - HTTP client call failed: class/interface &1, method &2 (return code=&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_PIM_MESSAGE - PIM Exception Message Class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: HTTP client call failed: class/interface &1, method &2 (return code=&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_PIM_MESSAGE005 - HTTP client call failed: class/interface &1, method &2 (return code=&3) ?

  The SAP error message CL_PIM_MESSAGE005 indicates that there was a failure in an HTTP client call, specifically related to a class/interface and method in the SAP system. The message typically includes placeholders for the class/interface name, method name, and the return code, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external service it is trying to call.
  Service Unavailability: The external service might be down or not reachable.
  Incorrect Configuration: The HTTP client configuration in SAP might be incorrect, such as wrong URLs, authentication issues, or missing parameters.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow response times from the external service.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account used for the HTTP call may not have the necessary permissions to access the external service.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent in the HTTP request may not be in the expected