How To Fix SALERT068 - Format of response from HTTP destination & is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALERT - Messages for the Alert Framework

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Format of response from HTTP destination & is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALERT068 - Format of response from HTTP destination & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message SALERT068 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the response received from an HTTP destination. This error typically occurs when SAP is trying to communicate with an external system via HTTP, and the response it receives does not match the expected format.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Response Format: The external system may be returning a response that is not in the expected format (e.g., JSON, XML).
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues that affect the response.
  Configuration Errors: The HTTP destination in SAP may not be configured correctly, leading to improper handling of the response.
  Authentication Issues: If the external system requires authentication, and the credentials are incorrect or missing, it may return an error response that SAP cannot process.
  Timeouts: If the external system takes too long to respond, it may lead to a timeout, resulting in an invalid response.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the External System: Verify that the external system is up and running and that it is returning the expected response format. You can use tools like Postman or curl to test the endpoint directly.
  Review HTTP Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in SAP.
  Check the configuration of the HTTP destination. Ensure that the URL is correct and that the settings (e.g., proxy settings, authentication) are properly configured.
  
  
  Inspect the Response: If possible, log the response from the external system to see what is being returned. This can help identify if the response is malformed or if there are any error messages.
  Check for Authentication Issues: Ensure that any required authentication credentials are correctly set up in the HTTP destination configuration.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If you suspect that timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the HTTP destination configuration.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to manage unexpected responses gracefully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC and HTTP connections.
  SICF: For managing HTTP services in SAP.
  
  
  Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to HTTP communication.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.