How To Fix DBOSC096 - Error while executing Web service; '&1' (LP=&2,host=&3,user=&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Error while executing Web service; '&1' (LP=&2,host=&3,user=&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC096 - Error while executing Web service; '&1' (LP=&2,host=&3,user=&4) ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC096 indicates that there was an error while executing a web service. The message provides specific details about the error, including the web service name (&1), the logical port (LP=&2), the host (host=&3), and the user (user=&4). 
  Causes
  The causes of this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the web service endpoint.
  Configuration Errors: The logical port configuration might be incorrect, including incorrect URLs, authentication details, or other settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user specified may not have the necessary permissions to access the web service.
  Service Availability: The web service itself may be down or not reachable.
  Data Issues: The data being sent to the web service may not be in the expected format or may be invalid.
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the DBOSC096 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the web service endpoint. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  
  
  
  Review Logical Port Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction SOAMANAGER in SAP.
  Check the configuration of the logical port associated with the web service. Ensure that the URL, authentication method, and other settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Verify User Permissions:
  
  Check if the user specified in the error message has the necessary authorizations to call the web service. You may need to adjust roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Web Service Availability:
  
  Verify that the web service is up and running. You can do this by accessing the service URL directly in a web browser or using tools like Postman.
  
  
  
  Examine Data Being Sent:
  
  Review the data being sent to the web service. Ensure that it adheres to the expected format and does not contain any invalid values.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Logs:
  
  Look into the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the documentation for the specific web service you are trying to call. There may be specific requirements or known issues that could help in troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web service configurations.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes related to the specific web service or the error message for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Web Service Testing Tools: 
  
  Tools like Postman or SOAP UI can be used to test the web service independently of SAP to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the DBOSC096 error.