How To Fix SWFHTTP010 - The service & is not maintained in transaction WF_EXTSRV

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWFHTTP - Messages for Handlers

• Message number: 010

• Message text: The service & is not maintained in transaction WF_EXTSRV

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWFHTTP010 - The service & is not maintained in transaction WF_EXTSRV ?

  The SAP error message SWFHTTP010 indicates that a specific service is not maintained in the transaction WF_EXTSRV. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow when there is an attempt to call an external service that has not been properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Service Not Registered: The service you are trying to access is not registered in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The service might be incorrectly configured or missing necessary parameters.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  System Settings: The system settings may not be aligned with the expected configuration for the service.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWFHTTP010 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Service Registration:
  
  Go to transaction WF_EXTSRV.
  Verify if the service you are trying to use is listed there. If it is not, you will need to register it.
  
  
  
  Register the Service:
  
  If the service is missing, you can add it by clicking on the "New Entries" button in the WF_EXTSRV transaction.
  Fill in the required fields, including the service name, description, and any other necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all required parameters for the service are correctly configured.
  Check for any dependencies or related services that may also need to be configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Test the Service:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the service to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  You can use transaction SWI1 to monitor workflow instances and check for any further errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific service you are trying to use for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WF_EXTSRV: Used to maintain external services for workflows.
  SWI1: Used to monitor workflow instances.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to the specific service or error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional help from other SAP users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWFHTTP010 error and ensure that the external service is properly maintained in your SAP system.