How To Fix /IWFND/COC_SDATA102 - Destination or url is required to create HTTP client

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/COC_SDATA -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Destination or url is required to create HTTP client

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/COC_SDATA102 - Destination or url is required to create HTTP client ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/COC_SDATA102 Destination or URL is required to create HTTP client typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when the system is trying to establish an HTTP connection but cannot find the necessary destination or URL configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Destination: The HTTP client cannot find a defined destination in the SAP system. Destinations are used to define the connection parameters for external services.
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination may be incorrectly configured, leading to the inability to establish a connection.
  Service Not Active: The OData service you are trying to access may not be active or properly registered.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the destination or service.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Check if the destination you are trying to use is defined and correctly configured.
  Ensure that the destination is of type HTTP or HTTPS and that the URL is correct.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Destination:
  
  If the destination does not exist, create a new one.
  If it exists but is incorrect, update it with the correct URL and parameters.
  
  
  
  Activate OData Service:
  
  Go to transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Check if the OData service is activated. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the destination and the OData service.
  Check roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  Use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the destination can be reached and is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Gateway documentation for more details on configuring destinations and OData services.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and establish the necessary HTTP connection for your SAP Gateway or OData service.