How To Fix FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING118 - Could not create Webservice-Proxy: URL could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING - Messages for Express Planning

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Could not create Webservice-Proxy: URL could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING118 - Could not create Webservice-Proxy: URL could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING118 indicates that the system is unable to create a web service proxy because it cannot determine the URL required for the web service. This issue typically arises in the context of SAP applications that rely on web services for communication, such as SAP Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) or other modules that utilize web services for data exchange.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The web service configuration may not be set up correctly in the SAP system. This includes missing or incorrect entries in the service definition or the logical port configuration.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the web service endpoint.
  Incorrect URL: The URL for the web service may be incorrectly specified or not defined at all in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the web service.
  System Settings: The system may not be properly configured to handle web service calls, such as missing or incorrect settings in the SOAMANAGER.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Web Service Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SOAMANAGER in SAP.
  Verify that the web service is correctly defined and that the logical port is configured properly.
  Ensure that the URL for the web service is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Review Logical Ports:
  
  In SOAMANAGER, check the logical ports associated with the web service.
  Ensure that the correct URL is assigned to the logical port and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Test the network connection to the web service endpoint. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  Ensure that any firewalls or network security settings are not blocking access to the web service.
  
  
  
  Authorization Checks:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the web service.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system is configured to handle web service calls. This may involve checking settings in the HTTP or HTTPS configuration.
  Review any relevant SAP Notes or documentation for specific configuration steps related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check for SAP Notes:
  
  Search for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web service configurations.
  PFCG: For managing roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for web services and SOA (Service-Oriented Architecture) configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING118 error message. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.