How To Fix SHTTP221 - Error during activation of path: &1 Sy-subrc: &2

SHTTP221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 221

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP221 - Error during activation of path: &1 Sy-subrc: &2 ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP221 indicates that there was an error during the activation of a path in the SAP Web Application Server (WAS) or SAP Gateway. The message typically includes two parameters: &1, which represents the path that failed to activate, and &2, which is the system return code (sy-subrc) that provides additional context about the error.
  Causes
  The causes of this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP Web Dispatcher or the SAP Gateway.
  Network Problems: Issues with network connectivity that prevent the activation of the path.
  Authorization Issues: Insufficient permissions for the user or service trying to activate the path.
  System Errors: Internal errors within the SAP system or the application server.
  Path Already Active: The path may already be active, leading to conflicts during the activation process.
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the SHTTP221 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the SAP Web