How To Fix /IWFND/COS_SUTIL010 - Format of expected HTTP response statuses

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/COS_SUTIL -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Format of expected HTTP response statuses

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/COS_SUTIL010 - Format of expected HTTP response statuses ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/COS_SUTIL010 typically indicates an issue with the format of the expected HTTP response statuses in an OData service. This error can occur in the context of SAP Gateway services when the response from the backend does not conform to the expected HTTP status codes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect HTTP Status Codes: The backend service may be returning HTTP status codes that are not recognized or expected by the SAP Gateway.
  Service Implementation Issues: There may be issues in the implementation of the OData service, such as missing or incorrect error handling.
  Configuration Issues: The service might not be properly configured in the SAP Gateway or there may be inconsistencies in the service metadata.
  Network Issues: Sometimes, network-related issues can cause unexpected responses or timeouts, leading to incorrect status codes being returned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Backend Service: Verify that the backend service is returning the correct HTTP status codes. Common expected codes include:
  
  200 OK for successful requests
  201 Created for successful creation
  204 No Content for successful deletion
  400 Bad Request for client errors
  500 Internal Server Error for server errors
  
  
  
  Review OData Service Implementation: Ensure that the OData service is correctly implemented. Check for proper error handling and ensure that the service methods return the appropriate HTTP status codes.
  
  
  Check Service Configuration: Review the configuration of the OData service in the SAP Gateway. Ensure that the service is activated and that the metadata is correctly defined.
  
  
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check for any logged errors related to the OData service. This can provide insights into what might be going wrong.
  
  
  Network Monitoring: If you suspect network issues, use tools to monitor the network traffic between the SAP Gateway and the backend service to identify any anomalies.
  
  
  Testing with Tools: Use tools like Postman or SAP Gateway Client to manually test the OData service and observe the HTTP responses. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the service itself or with the SAP Gateway.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with specific versions of SAP Gateway or OData services.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for OData services and SAP Gateway for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or 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 related to the /IWFND/COS_SUTIL010 error message.