How To Fix SRT_MONI_STEPS004 - Error when executing service definition

SRT_MONI_STEPS004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_MONI_STEPS - Message Class for SOAP Runtime Steps

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error when executing service definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_MONI_STEPS004 - Error when executing service definition ?

  The SAP error message SRT_MONI_STEPS004 typically occurs when there is an issue with the execution of a service definition in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO). This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing or incorrect service definitions, or problems with the underlying communication protocols.
  Causes of SRT_MONI_STEPS004 Error
  
  Service Definition Issues: The service definition may not be correctly configured or may be missing required parameters.
  Endpoint Problems: The endpoint URL specified in the service definition may be incorrect or unreachable.
  Authentication Issues: There may be problems with authentication or authorization when trying to access the service.
  Network Issues: Network connectivity problems can prevent the service from being reached.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent to the service may not conform to the expected format, leading to processing errors.
  Transport Protocol Issues: Issues with the transport protocol (HTTP, SOAP, etc.) can