How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_CP003 - IF_HTTP_CLIENT object caused HTTP receive error: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_CP -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: IF_HTTP_CLIENT object caused HTTP receive error: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP003 - IF_HTTP_CLIENT object caused HTTP receive error: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP003 IF_HTTP_CLIENT object caused HTTP receive error: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is an issue with the HTTP communication between the SAP system and an external service or client. The &1 in the error message will usually provide more specific information about the nature of the HTTP error.
  Causes
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external service.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow responses from the external service.
  Invalid URL: The URL being called may be incorrect or not reachable.
  Authentication Issues: There may be problems with authentication, such as invalid credentials or expired tokens.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the communication is over HTTPS, there may be issues with SSL certificates or TLS settings.
  Service Unavailability: The external service may be down or not responding.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the external service. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Review the URL: Verify that the URL being called is correct and accessible. You can test it in a web browser or using tools like Postman.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the HTTP client configuration.
  Check Authentication: Ensure that the credentials used for authentication are correct and that any tokens are valid.
  SSL/TLS Configuration: If using HTTPS, check the SSL certificates and ensure that the SAP system trusts the certificate of the external service.
  Monitor External Service: Check the status of the external service to ensure it is operational and not experiencing downtime.
  Review SAP Gateway Logs: Check the SAP Gateway logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SICF to check the configuration of the HTTP services in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the OData service to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the HTTP request and response.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.