How To Fix SWF_HTTP205 - WSDL document does not contain any definitions that can be imported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_HTTP - Web Services in the Workflow: Server Functions

• Message number: 205

• Message text: WSDL document does not contain any definitions that can be imported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_HTTP205 - WSDL document does not contain any definitions that can be imported ?

  The SAP error message SWF_HTTP205 indicates that the WSDL (Web Services Description Language) document you are trying to access does not contain any definitions that can be imported. This typically occurs when the WSDL file is either malformed, incomplete, or not properly configured for the service you are trying to consume.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed WSDL: The WSDL file may have syntax errors or may not conform to the WSDL standards.
  Empty or Missing Definitions: The WSDL does not contain any <definitions> element or the required service definitions.
  Incorrect URL: The URL provided to access the WSDL might be incorrect or pointing to a non-existent service.
  Service Not Deployed: The web service may not be properly deployed or may not be running.
  Access Issues: There may be network issues or access restrictions preventing the retrieval of the WSDL.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate the WSDL: Use a WSDL validation tool to check for syntax errors or compliance with WSDL standards.
  Check the URL: Ensure that the URL you are using to access the WSDL is correct and points to the right service.
  Inspect the WSDL Content: Open the WSDL in a browser or text editor to check if it contains the necessary <definitions> and <service> elements.
  Deploy the Service: If the service is not deployed, ensure that it is properly deployed on the server.
  Check Service Status: Verify that the web service is running and accessible. You can do this by trying to access the WSDL URL directly in a web browser.
  Network Configuration: Ensure that there are no firewall or network issues preventing access to the WSDL.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  WSDL Structure: A valid WSDL file should contain the following main elements:
  
  <definitions>: The root element that contains all the definitions.
  <types>: Data type definitions used by the web service.
  <message>: Definitions of the messages exchanged between the client and the service.
  <portType>: Defines the operations available in the service.
  <binding>: Specifies the protocol and data format for each operation.
  <service>: Defines the endpoint for the service.
  
  
  
  Testing Tools: You can use tools like SoapUI or Postman to test the web service and validate the WSDL.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on web services and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SWF_HTTP205 error.