How To Fix SRT_WSP194 - External access URL not set for channel &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 194

• Message text: External access URL not set for channel &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP194 - External access URL not set for channel &1 ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP194 indicates that the external access URL is not set for a specific communication channel in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when trying to access a web service that requires an external URL for communication.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the external access URL for the specified channel has not been configured. This URL is necessary for external systems to access the web service provided by the SAP system. Without this URL, the system cannot route requests properly, leading to the error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to set the external access URL for the relevant communication channel. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Integration Builder:
  
  Log in to your SAP system and navigate to the Integration Builder (transaction code: SXMB_IFR or PI/PO).
  
  
  
  Locate the Communication Channel:
  
  Go to the "Integration Directory" and find the communication channel that is associated with the web service you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Edit the Channel:
  
  Open the communication channel for editing. Look for the settings related to the "External Access URL."
  
  
  
  Set the External Access URL:
  
  In the channel configuration, locate the field for the external access URL. Enter the appropriate URL that external systems should use to access the web service. This URL typically points to the endpoint of the web service.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After entering the URL, save your changes and activate the communication channel.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Once the changes are made, test the web service to ensure that it is accessible using the newly configured external access URL.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring communication channels and web services.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SXMB_IFR, SPRO, and SICF for web service configuration.
  Logs and Traces: If the error persists after setting the URL, check the logs and traces in the SAP system for additional error messages or details that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP194 error and successfully configure the external access URL for your communication channel.