How To Fix /IWFND/OCI_MSG017 - Failed to read the request URI

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/OCI_MSG -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Failed to read the request URI

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/OCI_MSG017 - Failed to read the request URI ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/OCI_MSG017 Failed to read the request URI typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services, particularly when there is an issue with the incoming request to an OData service. This error indicates that the system was unable to read or interpret the request URI properly.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed Request URI: The request URI may be incorrectly formatted or contain invalid characters.
  Missing or Incorrect Service Registration: The OData service may not be properly registered in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues that prevent the request from reaching the server correctly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP Gateway or the backend system can lead to this error.
  Service Activation: The OData service might not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Request URI: Ensure that the request URI is correctly formatted and does not contain any invalid characters. You can use tools like Postman or a browser to test the URI.
  Service Registration: Verify that the OData service is correctly registered in the SAP Gateway. You can check this in the SAP Gateway Client (transaction /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) or through the Service Maintenance (transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user making the request has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service. You can check user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Network Configuration: Check for any network issues that might be affecting the request. This includes checking firewalls, proxies, and network routes.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SAP Gateway and the backend system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Activate the Service: If the service is not activated, you can activate it using transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces (transaction SLG1 for application logs) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.