How To Fix SRT_WSP2168 - ICF Plugin is configured for urls beginning with "&1".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP2 - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 168

• Message text: ICF Plugin is configured for urls beginning with "&1".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP2168 - ICF Plugin is configured for urls beginning with "&1". ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP2168 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Internet Communication Framework (ICF) plugin for a specific URL pattern. The message typically states that the ICF plugin is configured for URLs beginning with a certain string (represented by "&1"), but there may be a problem with how the service is set up or accessed.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect ICF Configuration: The ICF service may not be properly configured to handle the specified URL pattern.
  Service Activation: The required ICF service may not be activated in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  URL Mismatch: The URL being accessed does not match the expected pattern configured in the ICF.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ICF Service Activation:
  
  Go to transaction SICF in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the relevant service path that corresponds to the URL pattern mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the service is activated. If it is not, right-click on the service and select "Activate Service".
  
  
  
  Review Service Configuration:
  
  In the SICF transaction, check the configuration of the service. Ensure that the URL pattern is correctly defined and matches the expected input.
  Verify that the service is set up to handle the required HTTP methods (GET, POST, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user trying to access the service has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  Use the "Test Service" option in SICF to see if the service is functioning correctly. This can help identify if the issue is with the service itself or with the way it is being accessed.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific ICF service you are working with for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  ICF (Internet Communication Framework): This is a framework in SAP that allows for the integration of web services and HTTP communication.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: Used to manage ICF services.
  SLG1: Used to view application logs.
  SU53: Used to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.