How To Fix SRT_WSP2157 - ICF Plugin is not active for protocol "&1".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP2 - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 157

• Message text: ICF Plugin is not active for protocol "&1".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP2157 - ICF Plugin is not active for protocol "&1". ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP2157 indicates that the ICF (Internet Communication Framework) plugin for a specific protocol is not active. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access a web service or an application that relies on a specific communication protocol, but the corresponding ICF service is not enabled in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the ICF service for the specified protocol (indicated by "&1" in the error message) is not activated. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The ICF service was never activated.
  The service was deactivated for maintenance or security reasons.
  There may be a configuration issue or a missing component in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the relevant ICF service. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the ICF Services:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Find the Service:
  
  In the ICF services tree, navigate to the relevant service path. The path will depend on the protocol you are trying to use (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS, etc.).
  You can also use the search function to find the specific service related to the protocol indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  Once you find the service, right-click on it and select Activate Service.
  Confirm the activation when prompted.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  After activation, ensure that the service status shows as "Active". You can also check the service properties to ensure that it is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  After activation, test the web service or application again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICF Services: ICF services are essential for enabling communication between SAP systems and external applications. They support various protocols, including HTTP, HTTPS, and WebSocket.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate ICF services. You may need to work with your SAP Basis team if you do not have the required permissions.
  Logging and Tracing: If the issue persists after activation, consider checking the SAP logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that could help diagnose the problem further.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP2157 error and successfully activate the required ICF plugin for the specified protocol.