How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER101 - Error &2 while calling outbound proxy &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Error &2 while calling outbound proxy &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER101 - Error &2 while calling outbound proxy &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER101 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the outbound proxy communication. This error message indicates that there is a problem with the order processing, specifically when trying to send data to an external system via an outbound proxy.
  Cause:
  The error message /SCMB/ORDER101 Error &2 while calling outbound proxy &1 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The outbound proxy might not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes incorrect settings in the Integration Directory or issues with the communication channel.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external system that is being called.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account used for the outbound proxy call may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  Data Issues: The data being sent might not meet the required format or validation rules expected by the external system.
  
  
  Service Availability: The external service that the proxy is trying to call may be down or not reachable.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SCMB/ORDER101 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the outbound proxy in the SAP system. Ensure that the endpoint URL, communication channel, and other settings are correct.
  Check the Integration Directory for any misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like telnet or ping to check the network connectivity between the SAP system and the external system.
  If applicable, check the firewall settings to ensure that the necessary ports are open.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to execute the outbound proxy call.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data being sent to ensure it meets the expected format and validation rules of the external system.
  Look for any missing or incorrect fields in the data payload.
  
  
  
  Check External Service:
  
  Verify that the external service is up and running. If it is down, you may need to wait until it is available again.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  Look at the communication logs in the Integration Engine or Process Integration (PI) system for any errors related to the outbound proxy call.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific version of SCM you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations.
  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 identify and resolve the cause of the /SCMB/ORDER101 error in your SAP system.