How To Fix SHTTP220 - Error during deactivation of path: &1 Sy-subrc: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Error during deactivation of path: &1 Sy-subrc: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP220 - Error during deactivation of path: &1 Sy-subrc: &2 ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP220 indicates that there was an error during the deactivation of a path in the SAP system. The message includes placeholders &1 and &2, which typically represent specific details about the path and the return code (subrc) from the operation.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the HTTP or HTTPS settings in the SAP system.
  Network Problems: Issues with network connectivity or firewall settings that prevent proper communication.
  Service Availability: The service or path you are trying to deactivate may not be available or may already be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deactivation may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are causing the deactivation to fail.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SHTTP220 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the HTTP/HTTPS configuration in transaction SICF (SAP Internet Communication Framework).
  Ensure that the path you are trying to deactivate is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Network Connectivity:
  
  Check if there are any network issues that might be affecting the SAP system's ability to communicate with other services.
  Ensure that firewalls or proxies are not blocking the necessary ports.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  Use transaction SICF to check the status of the service or path you are trying to deactivate. Make sure it is active before attempting to deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to deactivate the path. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the HTTP trace (transaction SICF -> "Trace") for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the affected services or the entire SAP system may resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: Manage HTTP services.
  SM21: System log.
  SICF: Trace HTTP requests.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on HTTP services and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SHTTP220 error and implement a solution to resolve it.