How To Fix SWF_CP_HTTP003 - HTTP request failed: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CP_HTTP - CP Integration - HTTP client messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: HTTP request failed: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CP_HTTP003 - HTTP request failed: &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CP_HTTP003 indicates that an HTTP request has failed. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when using SAP Workflow or when integrating with external systems via HTTP calls. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target server.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being called may be incorrect or malformed.
  Server Unavailability: The target server may be down or not reachable.
  Authentication Issues: If the target server requires authentication, and the credentials are incorrect or missing, the request will fail.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow response times from the target server.
  Proxy Configuration: If a proxy is required to reach the target server, and it is not configured correctly, the request will fail.
  SSL Issues: If the request is made over HTTPS, there may be issues with SSL certificates or configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Verify the URL: Double-check the URL being used in the HTTP request for correctness.
  Check Server Status: Ensure that the target server is up and running and can accept requests.
  Review Authentication: If authentication is required, verify that the correct credentials are being used and that they are properly configured in the SAP system.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings for the HTTP request in the SAP system.
  Proxy Configuration: If a proxy is needed, ensure that it is correctly configured in the SAP system. You can check the settings in transaction SMICM.
  SSL Configuration: If using HTTPS, ensure that the SSL certificates are valid and properly configured in the SAP system. You may need to import the server's SSL certificate into the SAP trust store.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SICF to manage HTTP services and SMICM to monitor and configure the Internet Communication Manager.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and HTTP traces (transaction SMICM -> Go to Trace) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to HTTP requests and workflows.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SWF_CP_HTTP003 error in your SAP environment.