How To Fix SPRX137 - Error when creating HTTP client: URL:&1 Error:&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPRX - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Error when creating HTTP client: URL:&1 Error:&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPRX137 - Error when creating HTTP client: URL:&1 Error:&2 ?

  The SAP error message SPRX137 indicates that there is an issue when trying to create an HTTP client connection. This error typically occurs when there is a problem with the URL or the configuration of the HTTP client in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid URL: The URL provided may be malformed or incorrect. This could include missing protocols (http/https), incorrect domain names, or invalid paths.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the specified URL.
  Proxy Configuration: If the SAP system is configured to use a proxy server, there may be issues with the proxy settings or the proxy server itself.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the URL is using HTTPS, there may be issues with SSL certificates, such as expired certificates or untrusted certificate authorities.
  Authorization Issues: The HTTP client may not have the necessary permissions or credentials to access the specified URL.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the URL: Verify that the URL is correct and properly formatted. Ensure that it includes the correct protocol (http or https) and that the domain and path are valid.
  Test Network Connectivity: Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the SAP system can reach the target URL. Ensure that there are no firewall rules blocking access.
  Review Proxy Settings: If a proxy is being used, check the configuration in the SAP system (transaction code SOAMANAGER for web service configurations) and ensure that the proxy server is reachable and correctly configured.
  Check SSL Certificates: If using HTTPS, ensure that the SSL certificates are valid and trusted. You may need to import the server's certificate into the SAP system's trust store.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user or service account being used to make the HTTP request has the necessary permissions to access the URL.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SOAMANAGER to manage web service configurations and check the HTTP client settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific error message or HTTP client configurations.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and HTTP traces (transaction SMICM) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.