How To Fix SRTWEB048 - Setting in system &1: No recording of external alias

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRTWEB - Messages for Web Administration UI

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Setting in system &1: No recording of external alias

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRTWEB048 - Setting in system &1: No recording of external alias ?

  The SAP error message SRTWEB048 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the external alias in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when dealing with web services and their configurations.
  Cause:
  The error message "No recording of external alias" suggests that the system is unable to find a valid external alias for the web service being called. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The external alias may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Service Endpoint: The service endpoint may not be correctly defined or may not match the expected format.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer that prevent the correct resolution of the external alias.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the external alias configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SRTWEB048 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check External Alias Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP PI/PO configuration and check the external alias settings.
  Ensure that the external alias is correctly defined and points to the correct service endpoint.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Endpoint:
  
  Ensure that the service endpoint URL is correct and accessible.
  Test the endpoint using a web browser or a tool like Postman to confirm it is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Integration Configuration:
  
  Check the integration flow or scenario configuration to ensure that the external alias is being referenced correctly.
  Make sure that the correct logical system is being used.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer:
  
  Ensure that there are no issues with the transport layer (HTTP, HTTPS) that could be affecting the communication.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the external alias configuration.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system can help resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Process Integration and web service configuration for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.