How To Fix SCTS_GITHUB_API002 - Bad credentials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_GITHUB_API -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Bad credentials

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_GITHUB_API002 - Bad credentials ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_GITHUB_API002 Bad credentials typically occurs when there is an issue with the authentication credentials used to access the GitHub API from an SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to connect to GitHub for version control or when using GitHub as a repository for transport requests.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Credentials: The username or personal access token (PAT) used for authentication is incorrect or has expired.
  Insufficient Permissions: The personal access token may not have the necessary permissions to access the required resources on GitHub.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching GitHub.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system for connecting to GitHub.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Credentials:
  
  Ensure that the username and personal access token are correct. You can generate a new personal access token from your GitHub account settings.
  Make sure to copy the token correctly, as it is case-sensitive.
  
  
  
  Check Token Permissions:
  
  When creating or updating the personal access token, ensure that it has the necessary scopes/permissions. For example, if you need to access repositories, ensure that the repo scope is selected.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  In the SAP system, navigate to the relevant configuration settings where the GitHub credentials are stored and update them with the correct username and personal access token.
  
  
  
  Test Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach GitHub. You can test this by trying to access GitHub from a web browser on the same network or using command-line tools like curl or ping.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs for any additional error messages or details that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for integrating with GitHub.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Personal Access Tokens: GitHub uses personal access tokens for authentication instead of passwords for API access. Make sure to create a token with the appropriate scopes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address known issues with GitHub integration.
  GitHub API Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the GitHub API documentation to understand the required authentication methods and permissions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.