How To Fix SADT_RESOURCE044 - The message content is not acceptable. Accepted content types: &1&2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADT_RESOURCE - Resource messages

• Message number: 044

• Message text: The message content is not acceptable. Accepted content types: &1&2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADT_RESOURCE044 - The message content is not acceptable. Accepted content types: &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message SADT_RESOURCE044 indicates that the content type of a message being processed is not acceptable. This error typically arises in scenarios involving SAP's integration with external systems, such as when using APIs, web services, or other communication protocols.
  Cause:
  The error message specifies that the content type of the incoming message does not match any of the accepted content types listed in the error message. The placeholders &1, &2, &3, and &4 represent the acceptable content types that the system is configured to handle. Common content types include:
  
  application/json
  application/xml
  text/plain
  application/x-www-form-urlencoded
  
  If the incoming request has a different content type (e.g., text/html or an unsupported custom type), the system will reject it and throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the SADT_RESOURCE044 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Incoming Request:
  
  Review the request being sent to the SAP system. Ensure that the Content-Type header matches one of the accepted content types listed in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify the Client Application:
  
  If you control the client application sending the request, modify it to set the correct Content-Type header. For example, if the SAP system accepts application/json, ensure that the client sends requests with this content type.
  
  
  
  Update SAP Configuration:
  
  If you need to support additional content types, you may need to update the configuration in SAP to accept those types. This may involve modifying settings in the relevant SAP module or service.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the integration again to ensure that the error is resolved and that the SAP system processes the request successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module or service you are working with to understand the accepted content types and any additional configuration that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Integration Scenarios: If you are working with specific integration scenarios (e.g., SAP PI/PO, SAP Gateway), consult the relevant documentation for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Error Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for additional context or related error messages that may provide further insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.