How To Fix /STMC/CR_LOG052 - Check if HTTP service is active; service=&1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_LOG -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Check if HTTP service is active; service=&1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_LOG052 - Check if HTTP service is active; service=&1 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_LOG052 Check if HTTP service is active; service=&1 typically indicates that a specific HTTP service required for a certain operation is not active or not properly configured in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of SAP's web services or when trying to access certain functionalities that rely on HTTP communication.
  Cause:
  
  HTTP Service Not Active: The specified HTTP service (indicated by &1 in the error message) is not activated in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the HTTP service settings.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing access to the HTTP service.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the HTTP service.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check HTTP Services:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance).
  In the SICF transaction, check if the service indicated by &1 is listed and active.
  If it is not active, right-click on the service and select "Activate Service".
  
  
  
  Activate Required Services:
  
  If the service is not found, you may need to activate the parent service or related services that might be required for the specific service to function.
  
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the service is properly configured. Check the settings for the service, including the handler and any parameters that may need to be set.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the HTTP service. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after attempting to access the service.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing access to the HTTP service. This includes checking firewall settings, proxy configurations, and ensuring that the SAP server is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the HTTP trace (transaction SICF -> "Trace") for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SICF: This transaction is used to manage HTTP services in SAP. You can view, activate, and configure services here.
  SMICM: This transaction is used to monitor and manage the Internet Communication Manager (ICM), which handles HTTP requests in SAP.
  Authorization Objects: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects related to HTTP services, such as S_SERVICE and S_USER_AUTH.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /STMC/CR_LOG052. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.