How To Fix SRT_WSP740 - Error in WSDL handler (configuration key="&1"; endpoint key="&2")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 740

• Message text: Error in WSDL handler (configuration key="&1"; endpoint key="&2")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP740 - Error in WSDL handler (configuration key="&1"; endpoint key="&2") ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP740 indicates that there is an issue with the Web Service Proxy (WSP) configuration, specifically related to the WSDL (Web Services Description Language) handler. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration of the web service endpoint or the WSDL itself.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration key or endpoint key specified in the error message may be incorrect or not properly set up in the SAP system.
  WSDL Issues: The WSDL file may be malformed, missing, or not accessible. This can happen if the WSDL URL is incorrect or if there are network issues preventing access to the WSDL.
  Service Not Active: The web service might not be active or properly registered in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the web service or its configuration.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems that prevent the SAP system from reaching the endpoint defined in the WSDL.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the web service in transaction SOAMANAGER. Ensure that the configuration key and endpoint key are correctly set.
  Check if the service is properly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Validate WSDL:
  
  Access the WSDL URL directly in a web browser to ensure it is reachable and correctly formatted.
  If the WSDL is generated dynamically, ensure that the service is running and can generate the WSDL without errors.
  
  
  
  Service Activation:
  
  Ensure that the web service is activated in the SAP system. You can do this in SOAMANAGER by checking the service definition and ensuring it is active.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the web service and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  Check for any network issues that might be preventing access to the endpoint. This includes checking firewalls, proxies, and network routes.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SOAMANAGER: This is the transaction used to manage web service configurations in SAP. It allows you to configure, activate, and test web services.
  WSDL: A WSDL file describes the web service, including its methods, parameters, and how to access it. Understanding the structure of WSDL can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to the SRT_WSP740 error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SRT_WSP740 error in your SAP system.