How To Fix SCTS_GITHUB_API401 - Not authorized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_GITHUB_API -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Not authorized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_GITHUB_API401 - Not authorized ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_GITHUB_API401 Not authorized typically indicates that there is an authentication issue when trying to access the GitHub API from within an SAP system. This error occurs when the credentials provided for accessing the GitHub API are either missing, incorrect, or insufficient for the requested operation.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Credentials: The username or personal access token (PAT) used for authentication may be incorrect.
  Expired Token: The personal access token may have expired or been revoked.
  Insufficient Permissions: The token may not have the necessary permissions to perform the requested action on GitHub.
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the GitHub API.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for connecting to GitHub may be incorrect.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Credentials:
  
  Verify that the username and personal access token are correct.
  Ensure that the token has the necessary scopes/permissions for the actions you want to perform (e.g., repo, workflow, etc.).
  
  
  
  Generate a New Token:
  
  If the token is expired or revoked, generate a new personal access token from your GitHub account settings.
  Make sure to copy the token immediately after creation, as it will not be shown again.
  
  
  
  Update SAP Configuration:
  
  Update the SAP system configuration with the new credentials.
  Ensure that the GitHub API URL is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the GitHub API endpoint. You can test this by trying to access the API from a browser or using tools like curl.
  
  
  
  Review API Documentation:
  
  Check the GitHub API documentation for any changes or updates that might affect your integration.
  
  
  
  Error Logging:
  
  Enable detailed logging in the SAP system to capture more information about the error, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  GitHub Personal Access Tokens: You can create and manage personal access tokens in your GitHub account settings under Developer settings.
  GitHub API Documentation: Refer to the GitHub API documentation for details on authentication and required scopes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP support notes for any known issues or patches related to GitHub integration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.