How To Fix SDS_COMMON026 - HTTP client: send method failed with return code SY_SUBRC &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDS_COMMON -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: HTTP client: send method failed with return code SY_SUBRC &1

What causes this issue?

While data was send by HTTP connection, an error occurred.

System Response

The connection was closed, the processing was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check the documentation for information about errors during HTTP
communication.

Procedure for System Administrators

Method IF_HTTP_CLIENT~SEND of class CL_HTTP_CLIENT returned the error
code &V1&
The error codes can be mapped to the following exceptions of the method:
1 = HTTP_COMMUNICATION_FAILURE
2 = HTTP_INVALID_STATE
3 = HTTP_PROCESSING_FAILED
4 = HTTP_INVALID_TIMEOUT

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDS_COMMON026 - HTTP client: send method failed with return code SY_SUBRC &1 ?

  The SAP error message SDS_COMMON026 indicates that there was a failure in the HTTP client when trying to send a request, and it provides a return code (SY_SUBRC) that can help diagnose the issue. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving HTTP communication, such as when using the SAP HTTP client to send data to an external system or service.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target server.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being accessed may be incorrect or malformed.
  Authentication Issues: If the target server requires authentication, the credentials may be missing or incorrect.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow network response or server unavailability.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the connection is over HTTPS, there may be issues with SSL certificates or TLS settings.
  Proxy Configuration: If a proxy is required to access the external service, it may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Server Errors: The target server may be down or returning an error response.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Verify URL: Double-check the URL being used in the HTTP request to ensure it is correct.
  Review Authentication: If the target service requires authentication, ensure that the correct credentials are being used and that they are properly configured in the SAP system.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are suspected, consider increasing the timeout settings in the HTTP client configuration.
  Check SSL/TLS Configuration: If using HTTPS, verify that the SSL certificates are valid and that the SAP system is configured to trust the certificate authority.
  Proxy Settings: If a proxy is needed, ensure that the proxy settings are correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Check Server Status: Verify that the target server is up and running and that it is not returning any errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Return Code Interpretation: The specific return code (SY_SUBRC) can provide additional context about the error. You can refer to SAP documentation or transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to get more details about the error.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SICF to check the HTTP services and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, consider debugging the HTTP client call to see where it fails.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SDS_COMMON026 error in your SAP system.