How To Fix /IWFND/CM_SUBSCR008 - Error during creation of HTTP client via destination &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_SUBSCR -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Error during creation of HTTP client via destination &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_SUBSCR008 - Error during creation of HTTP client via destination &1 ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_SUBSCR008 indicates that there was an error during the creation of an HTTP client via a specified destination. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services when trying to establish a connection to an external system or service.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Destination Configuration: The destination specified in the error message may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This could include incorrect URL, authentication details, or other parameters.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the specified destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account being used to access the destination may not have the necessary permissions.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the destination uses HTTPS, there may be issues with SSL certificates, such as expired certificates or untrusted certificate authorities.
  Service Unavailability: The external service you are trying to connect to may be down or not responding.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the destination mentioned in the error message.
  Verify that the connection parameters (like the URL, authentication method, etc.) are correct.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the destination server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  Check firewall settings that may be blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used in the destination configuration have the necessary permissions to access the external service.
  
  
  
  SSL/TLS Configuration:
  
  If using HTTPS, check the SSL certificate configuration. Ensure that the certificate is valid and trusted by the SAP system.
  You may need to import the certificate into the SAP trust store using transaction STRUST.
  
  
  
  Service Availability:
  
  Check if the external service is up and running. You can do this by trying to access the service from a web browser or using tools like curl.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  STRUST: To manage SSL certificates and trust relationships.
  
  
  Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages.
  Use transaction ST22 to check for dumps that may provide additional context.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWFND/CM_SUBSCR008 error.