How To Fix SRT_WSP3162 - Error while parsing WSDL '&1&2&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP3 - SRT: Web Service Configuration Messages 3

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Error while parsing WSDL '&1&2&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP3162 - Error while parsing WSDL '&1&2&3' ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP3162 indicates that there is an issue with parsing a WSDL (Web Services Description Language) file. This error typically occurs when the WSDL file is not well-formed or contains errors that prevent it from being processed correctly by the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed WSDL: The WSDL file may contain syntax errors or invalid XML structure.
  Incorrect URL: The URL provided for the WSDL may be incorrect or inaccessible, leading to a failure in fetching the WSDL.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from accessing the WSDL.
  Unsupported Features: The WSDL may use features or constructs that are not supported by the SAP system.
  Encoding Issues: There may be character encoding issues in the WSDL file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate the WSDL: Use an online WSDL validator or XML validator to check for syntax errors and ensure that the WSDL is well-formed.
  Check the URL: Verify that the URL provided for the WSDL is correct and accessible from the SAP system. You can try accessing the URL directly in a web browser.
  Network Configuration: Ensure that there are no firewall or proxy issues that might be blocking access to the WSDL.
  Review WSDL Features: Check if the WSDL uses any features that are not supported by your version of SAP. If so, you may need to modify the WSDL.
  Encoding Check: Ensure that the WSDL file is saved with the correct character encoding (usually UTF-8).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address known issues with WSDL parsing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on web services and WSDL handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging Tools: Use tools like SOAP UI or Postman to test the WSDL and the web service it describes to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.