How To Fix SRT_MONI_STEPS025 - Error in SOAP runtime post-session protocol

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Error in SOAP runtime post-session protocol

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_MONI_STEPS025 - Error in SOAP runtime post-session protocol ?

  The SAP error message SRT_MONI_STEPS025 indicates that there is an issue in the SOAP runtime during the post-session protocol. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving web services, particularly when there are problems with the communication between the SAP system and external systems.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external web service can lead to this error.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration of the web service or the SOAP runtime settings in the SAP system.
  Service Endpoint Issues: The endpoint URL for the web service may be incorrect or the service may be down.
  Authentication Problems: Issues with authentication credentials or tokens required to access the web service.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent or received may not conform to the expected format, leading to parsing errors.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to long processing times on the server side.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the external web service. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the web service in the SAP system. Check the service definition, endpoint URL, and any relevant parameters.
  Validate Endpoint: Ensure that the endpoint URL is correct and that the external service is up and running. You can test the endpoint using tools like Postman or SOAP UI.
  Check Authentication: If the web service requires authentication, ensure that the credentials are correct and that they have not expired.
  Inspect Data Formats: Review the data being sent to and received from the web service. Ensure that it adheres to the expected XML or JSON format.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are suspected, consider increasing the timeout settings in the SAP system for the web service call.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and the SOAP runtime logs (transaction SRT_MONI) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SRT_MONI: This transaction is used to monitor the SOAP runtime and can provide insights into the status of web service calls, including error messages and logs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the SRT_MONI_STEPS025 error.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for web services and SOAP runtime for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the SRT_MONI_STEPS025 error in your SAP system.