How To Fix SRT_WSP237 - Caller cannot call this method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Caller cannot call this method

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP237 - Caller cannot call this method ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP237: Caller cannot call this method typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Services, particularly when there are issues related to authorization or the configuration of the web service.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or system trying to call the web service does not have the necessary permissions to access the method being invoked.
  Service Configuration: The web service might not be properly configured to allow calls from the specific caller (user or system).
  Endpoint Restrictions: The web service might have restrictions on which endpoints can access certain methods.
  Incorrect SOAP Action: The SOAP action being sent in the request might not match the expected action for the method being called.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to call the web service method. This can be done by reviewing the roles and authorizations assigned to the user in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Service Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the web service in transaction SOAMANAGER. Ensure that the service is correctly configured and that the method is exposed for the intended caller.
  Verify the service binding and ensure that the correct endpoint is being used.
  
  
  
  Adjust Endpoint Settings:
  
  If there are restrictions on which endpoints can call the method, adjust the settings to allow the necessary endpoints.
  
  
  
  Validate SOAP Request:
  
  Ensure that the SOAP request being sent is correctly formatted and that the SOAP action matches the method being called. You can use tools like SOAP UI to test the web service and validate the request.
  
  
  
  Check for Service Activation:
  
  Ensure that the web service is activated and available for use. You can check this in the SOAMANAGER transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web service configurations.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  SU53: For checking authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on web service configuration and authorization management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.