How To Fix SECM022 - HTTP processing failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECM - SECM: Messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: HTTP processing failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECM022 - HTTP processing failed ?

  The SAP error message SECM022, which indicates "HTTP processing failed," typically arises in the context of SAP systems when there are issues related to HTTP communication. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when using SAP Gateway, OData services, or when making HTTP calls from ABAP programs.
  Causes of SECM022
  
  
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity can lead to HTTP processing failures. This includes issues with firewalls, proxies, or DNS resolution.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or in the HTTP client can lead to this error. This includes settings in transaction codes like SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy) or SOAMANAGER (Service-Oriented Architecture Manager).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the HTTP request.
  
  
  Service Unavailability: The target service or endpoint may be down or not reachable, leading to HTTP errors.
  
  
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the communication is secured using SSL/TLS, issues with certificates or protocol mismatches can cause failures.
  
  
  Timeouts: Long-running requests may exceed timeout settings, resulting in an HTTP processing failure.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target URL. Use tools like ping or telnet to verify connectivity.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration in SICF for the relevant HTTP service. Ensure that the service is activated and properly configured.
  In SOAMANAGER, verify the configuration of the web service and ensure that the endpoint is correct.
  
  
  
  Authorization Checks: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the HTTP service. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  Service Availability: Verify that the target service is up and running. You can do this by accessing the service URL directly in a web browser or using tools like Postman.
  
  
  SSL/TLS Configuration: If using HTTPS, check the SSL/TLS settings. Ensure that the certificates are valid and properly installed. You may need to import the server's SSL certificate into the SAP system's trust store.
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the relevant configuration.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the SAP system logs (transaction SLG1) and HTTP trace logs (transaction ST01) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to SECM022. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to HTTP processing errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for HTTP services, OData services, and web service configuration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or other forums where similar issues may have been discussed, as other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SECM022 error in your SAP system.