How To Fix SHTTP238 - Exception &1 was raised

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Exception &1 was raised

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP238 - Exception &1 was raised ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP238, which states "Exception &1 was raised," typically indicates that there is an issue related to the HTTP communication between the SAP system and an external service or application. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when using SAP Gateway, SAP Web Dispatcher, or when making HTTP calls from ABAP programs.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external service.
  Service Unavailability: The external service you are trying to reach may be down or not responding.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being called may be incorrect or malformed.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the external service.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow response times from the external service.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the external service settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the external service. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Verify the URL: Double-check the URL being used in the HTTP call to ensure it is correct.
  Check Service Status: Verify that the external service is up and running. You can do this by accessing the service directly through a web browser or using tools like Postman.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the external service.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the HTTP client configuration.
  Check SAP Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to HTTP communication, such as the HTTP destination settings in transaction SM59.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and the HTTP trace (transaction SICF) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to SHTTP238.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for HTTP communication and troubleshooting HTTP errors.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.