How To Fix DBOSC694 - Error while receiving HTTP response (&1); rc=&2, error=&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 694

• Message text: Error while receiving HTTP response (&1); rc=&2, error=&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC694 - Error while receiving HTTP response (&1); rc=&2, error=&3 ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC694 indicates that there was an issue while receiving an HTTP response from a server. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when SAP is trying to communicate with an external system or service via HTTP. The message provides specific details about the error, including the return code (rc) and the error message (error).
  Causes
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external server.
  Server Unavailability: The external server may be down or not reachable.
  Timeouts: The request may have timed out due to slow response times from the external server.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being accessed may be incorrect or malformed.
  Firewall/Proxy Issues: Firewalls or proxy settings may be blocking the HTTP request.
  Authentication Issues: If the external service requires authentication, incorrect credentials may lead to failure.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system for HTTP connections.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the external server. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Verify Server Status: Check if the external server is up and running. You can try accessing the URL from a web browser or using tools like curl or Postman.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If the response time is slow, consider increasing the timeout settings in the SAP system for HTTP connections.
  Validate URL: Double-check the URL being used in the HTTP request to ensure it is correct.
  Review Firewall/Proxy Settings: Ensure that any firewalls or proxies are configured to allow traffic to and from the external server.
  Check Authentication: If the external service requires authentication, verify that the correct credentials are being used.
  Review SAP Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP for HTTP connections (e.g., transaction codes like SICF, SOAMANAGER) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to HTTP communication errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy) to manage HTTP services and SOAMANAGER for web service configuration.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and HTTP trace logs (transaction SMICM) for more detailed error messages and context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.