How To Fix SRT_WSP948 - Access URL of service definition &1 is inaccessible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 948

• Message text: Access URL of service definition &1 is inaccessible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP948 - Access URL of service definition &1 is inaccessible ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP948 indicates that the system is unable to access the URL of a service definition. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when trying to access a web service.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect URL: The URL defined in the service definition may be incorrect or malformed.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the service.
  Service Not Running: The web service might not be running or is down.
  Firewall/Proxy Issues: A firewall or proxy server may be blocking access to the URL.
  Authentication Issues: If the service requires authentication, the credentials may be incorrect or missing.
  SSL Issues: If the service uses HTTPS, there may be issues with the SSL certificate (e.g., it may be expired or not trusted).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the URL: Check the service definition in SAP to ensure that the URL is correct and accessible.
  Test Connectivity: Use tools like ping, curl, or a web browser to test if the URL is reachable from the SAP server.
  Check Service Status: Ensure that the web service is up and running. You can do this by accessing the service directly through a browser or using a tool like Postman.
  Review Firewall/Proxy Settings: Ensure that there are no firewall or proxy settings blocking access to the service.
  Check Authentication: If the service requires authentication, ensure that the correct credentials are provided in the service definition.
  SSL Certificate Validation: If using HTTPS, check the SSL certificate for validity and ensure that it is trusted by the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SOAMANAGER to manage web service configurations and check service definitions.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the PI/PO logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on web services and PI/PO configurations for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SRT_WSP948 error message.