How To Fix SRT_WSP_FT_TESTS038 - Proxy runtime error occurred while executing the WS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP_FT_TESTS -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Proxy runtime error occurred while executing the WS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP_FT_TESTS038 - Proxy runtime error occurred while executing the WS ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP_FT_TESTS038 indicates that a proxy runtime error occurred while executing a web service (WS). This error typically arises in the context of SAP's web service runtime environment, particularly when dealing with service-oriented architecture (SOA) and web service proxies.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The web service proxy may not be correctly configured. This includes incorrect endpoint URLs, authentication issues, or missing parameters.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the web service endpoint.
  Service Availability: The web service you are trying to call may be down or not reachable.
  Data Issues: The data being sent to the web service may not conform to the expected format or may be invalid.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the web service.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the versions of the web service and the proxy.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the web service proxy in transaction SOAMANAGER.
  Ensure that the endpoint URL is correct and accessible.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like SOAP UI or Postman to test the web service endpoint directly and check for any connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the issue.
  Look at the web service runtime logs (transaction SRT_UTIL) for additional information.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that the data being sent to the web service is valid and conforms to the expected schema.
  Use the XML Spy or similar tools to validate the XML structure.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to call the web service.
  
  
  
  Update Proxy:
  
  If there is a version mismatch, consider regenerating the proxy or updating it to match the web service's current version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or the web service documentation for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web service configurations.
  SRT_UTIL: For monitoring and troubleshooting web service runtime issues.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message or web service you are working with. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums or other technical forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SRT_WSP_FT_TESTS038 error message.