How To Fix SRT_WSP952 - Web service ping failed (RC=&1). &2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 952

• Message text: Web service ping failed (RC=&1). &2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP952 - Web service ping failed (RC=&1). &2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP952 indicates that a web service ping has failed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's web service communication framework, particularly when using the SAP Web Services Runtime (WS-RM) or when trying to establish a connection to a web service.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the web service endpoint.
  Service Unavailability: The web service you are trying to reach may be down or not responding.
  Incorrect Configuration: The web service endpoint URL may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the web service.
  Authentication Issues: If the web service requires authentication, incorrect credentials or missing authentication tokens can lead to a failure.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow response times from the web service.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the web service endpoint. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Verify Service Status: Check if the web service is up and running. You can do this by accessing the service URL directly in a web browser or using tools like Postman.
  Review Configuration: Double-check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the web service. Ensure that the endpoint URL is correct and that any required parameters are properly set.
  Inspect Firewall Settings: If applicable, review firewall settings to ensure that they are not blocking the connection to the web service.
  Check Authentication: If the web service requires authentication, verify that the credentials are correct and that any necessary tokens are being sent with the request.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the SAP system for web service calls.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SOAMANAGER to manage web service configurations and monitor their status.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the web service traces (transaction SRT_UTIL) for more detailed error messages and diagnostics.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the SRT_WSP952 error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for better diagnosis.