How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS768 - Unable to create http client with method exception number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 768

• Message text: Unable to create http client with method exception number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS768 - Unable to create http client with method exception number &1 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_PROCESS768 Unable to create http client with method exception number &1
  typically occurs in scenarios where SAP is trying to create an HTTP client to communicate with an external web service or system, but fails due to some configuration or runtime issue.
  
  Cause
  This error indicates that the SAP system was unable to instantiate or create an HTTP client object for the specified HTTP method (e.g., GET, POST). The placeholder &1 usually contains an exception number or error code that provides more detail about the failure.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect or missing HTTP destination configuration in transaction SM59.
  Network connectivity issues between SAP and the target system.
  Missing or incorrect SSL configuration if HTTPS is used.
  Authorization or permission issues for the user or system trying to create the HTTP client.
  Incorrect HTTP method specified or unsupported method.
  Missing or incorrect SAP kernel or basis components that handle HTTP client creation.
  Proxy or firewall blocking the connection.
  Incorrect or missing SAP ICF services or SICF services related to HTTP communication.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Exception Number &1
  
  Look at the detailed short dump or log to find the exact exception number or message.
  This will give more clues about the root cause.
  
  
  
  Verify HTTP Destination in SM59
  
  Go to transaction SM59.
  Check the HTTP destination used by the program or service.
  Ensure the target host, port, and path are correct.
  Test the connection using the "Test Connection" button.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity
  
  Ensure the SAP server can reach the target system via ping or telnet on the required port.
  Check firewall or proxy settings.
  
  
  
  Check SSL Configuration
  
  If HTTPS is used, verify SSL client PSEs in STRUST.
  Ensure the SSL certificates are valid and trusted.
  Check if the SSL client is properly configured in the HTTP destination.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization
  
  Ensure the user or service has the necessary authorizations to create HTTP clients.
  Check roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check HTTP Method
  
  Verify that the HTTP method used (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) is supported and correctly specified in the code or configuration.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Kernel and Basis Components
  
  Ensure the SAP kernel and basis components are up to date and support the HTTP client functionality.
  Apply relevant SAP Notes if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check ICF Services
  
  Use transaction SICF to check if the required HTTP services are active.
  Activate any inactive services related to HTTP communication.
  
  
  
  Review Program or Custom Code
  
  If this error occurs in custom ABAP code, review the code that creates the HTTP client (e.g., CL_HTTP_CLIENT=>CREATE_BY_DESTINATION).
  Ensure the destination name and HTTP method are correct.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Search for the error message or exception number in the SAP Support Portal for specific SAP Notes.
  Transactions: SM59 (HTTP Destinations), STRUST (SSL), SICF (ICF Services)
  Classes/Methods: CL_HTTP_CLIENT, IF_HTTP_CLIENT
  Common SAP OSS Notes:
  
  1797733 - HTTP client: Unable to create HTTP client
  2040533 - HTTP client creation fails due to SSL issues
  
  
  Debugging: Use ST22 to check dumps, SM21 for system logs, and trace HTTP calls if needed.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WGDS_PROCESS768 Unable to create http client with method exception number &1
  
  
  Cause
  Failure to create HTTP client due to config, network, SSL, authorization, or method issues
  
  
  Solution
  Check SM59 destination, network, SSL certs, authorizations, HTTP method, and ICF services
  
  
  Tools
  SM59, STRUST, SICF, ST22, SM21
  
  
  Related Notes
  SAP Notes 1797733, 2040533, and others depending on exception number
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact exception number (&1), I can help you narrow down the cause further.