How To Fix SWR119 - The request could not be sent using the HTTP method POST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWR - Business Workflow: WAPI Interfaces

• Message number: 119

• Message text: The request could not be sent using the HTTP method POST

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to send an XML document to the URL starting with '
&v2&' [...] with the HTTP method <AB>POST</>.

System Response

The function module gave the exception &v1&.

How to fix this error?

Usually there will be a problem in the system configuration.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the HTTP connectivity of the system, for example using a test
with the function module <AB>HTTP_POST</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWR119 - The request could not be sent using the HTTP method POST ?

  The SAP error message SWR119, which states "The request could not be sent using the HTTP method POST," typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or when interacting with OData services. This error indicates that there is an issue with sending a POST request to a service endpoint. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect URL: The endpoint URL may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Service Not Active: The OData service might not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the POST operation.
  Request Payload Issues: The data being sent in the POST request may not conform to the expected format or structure.
  HTTP Method Restrictions: The service may not support the POST method for the requested operation.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing the request from being sent.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the URL: Verify that the URL you are using for the POST request is correct and points to the right service.
  Activate the Service: Ensure that the OData service is activated in the SAP Gateway. You can do this using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has permission to execute the POST request.
  Validate Request Payload: Ensure that the data being sent in the POST request is in the correct format (e.g., JSON or XML) and adheres to the service's expected schema.
  Check Service Metadata: Review the service metadata (using the $metadata endpoint) to confirm that the POST method is supported for the specific entity you are trying to access.
  Network Configuration: Investigate any network issues that might be affecting the ability to send requests, such as firewall settings or proxy configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage OData services and check their status.
  SAP Gateway Logs: Check the SAP Gateway logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the SWR119 error.
  Testing Tools: Use tools like Postman or SAP Gateway Client (transaction /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the service independently and see if the issue persists.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SWR119 error in your SAP environment.