How To Fix SRT_WSP2156 - ICF Plugin is not active.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP2 - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 156

• Message text: ICF Plugin is not active.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP2156 - ICF Plugin is not active. ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP2156: ICF Plugin is not active typically indicates that the Internet Communication Framework (ICF) service required for the Web Service Proxy (WSP) is not activated in your SAP system. This can prevent the system from processing web service requests properly.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the ICF service that handles web service communication is not activated. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The ICF service was never activated.
  The service was deactivated for maintenance or security reasons.
  System configuration changes that affected the ICF services.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to activate the relevant ICF service. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the ICF Service Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Locate the Service:
  
  In the ICF service tree, navigate to the path: default_host/sap/bc/srt/rfc.
  You can also search for the service by using the search functionality in the SICF transaction.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  Once you find the service, right-click on it and select Activate Service.
  If the service is already activated, you may want to check if there are any issues with the service configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any dependent services are also activated. Sometimes, other related services may need to be active for the main service to function correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  After activation, you can test the service by accessing the URL directly in a web browser or using a tool like SOAP UI to ensure it is working as expected.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICF Services: The Internet Communication Framework (ICF) is a framework that allows SAP systems to communicate over the internet. It is essential for web services, HTTP communication, and other internet-based functionalities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with other relevant transaction codes such as SICF (ICF Service Maintenance) and SRT_UTIL (Web Service Configuration) for further configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.