How To Fix /SMFND/GIS_GSP006 - HTTP invalid timeout

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMFND/GIS_GSP -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: HTTP invalid timeout

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMFND/GIS_GSP006 - HTTP invalid timeout ?

  The SAP error message /SMFND/GIS_GSP006 HTTP invalid timeout typically indicates an issue with the configuration of HTTP timeouts in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the SAP Gateway or related services. This error can occur when the timeout settings are not properly defined or are set to invalid values.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Timeout Configuration: The timeout values for HTTP requests may be set to negative numbers or excessively high values that are not acceptable.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the SAP Gateway or the HTTP services.
  Network Issues: Network latency or interruptions can also lead to timeout errors, although this is less likely to trigger this specific error message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Timeout Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance).
  Navigate to the relevant service (e.g., /sap/bc/ or any custom service).
  Check the timeout settings under the "Logon Data" or "Timeout" tab.
  Ensure that the timeout values are set to reasonable positive integers.
  
  
  
  Adjust HTTP Settings:
  
  In the SAP system, you can adjust the HTTP settings by using transaction RZ10 to modify the instance profile.
  Look for parameters like rdisp/http_timeout and ensure they are set to valid values.
  
  
  
  Review Gateway Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SMGW to check the status of the SAP Gateway.
  Ensure that the Gateway is running properly and that there are no errors in the logs.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this can resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the network configuration and ensure that there are no firewalls or proxies that might be affecting the HTTP requests.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on configuring HTTP services and timeouts.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and HTTP traces (transaction SICF) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SMFND/GIS_GSP006 HTTP invalid timeout error in your SAP system.