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