How To Fix FDT_CP_MSG208 - Sending HTTP request failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CP_MSG -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Sending HTTP request failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG208 - Sending HTTP request failed ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG208: Sending HTTP request failed typically indicates that there was an issue when the system attempted to send an HTTP request. This can occur in various contexts, such as when using SAP Fiori, SAP Gateway, or other web services that rely on HTTP communication.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target server.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being accessed may be incorrect or malformed.
  Server Unavailability: The target server may be down or not reachable.
  Firewall/Proxy Issues: Firewalls or proxy settings may be blocking the HTTP request.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the request is made over HTTPS, there may be issues with SSL certificates or TLS settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the target resource.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow response times from the server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Verify the URL: Double-check the URL being used in the HTTP request to ensure it is correct.
  Check Server Status: Ensure that the target server is up and running and can accept requests.
  Review Firewall/Proxy Settings: If applicable, check firewall and proxy settings to ensure that they allow traffic to the target server.
  SSL/TLS Configuration: If using HTTPS, verify that the SSL certificates are valid and properly configured. Check the SSL/TLS settings in the SAP system.
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the resource.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings for the HTTP request in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SICF to check the configuration of HTTP services or SMICM to monitor the Internet Communication Manager.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces in the SAP system (e.g., using transaction SLG1 for application logs) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HTTP request failure in your SAP environment.