How To Fix WS_TOOL105 - System exception occurred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 105

• Message text: System exception occurred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL105 - System exception occurred ?

  The SAP error message WS_TOOL105: System exception occurred typically indicates that an unexpected system-level error happened during the execution of a Web Service or a related tool/process in the SAP system. This is a generic error message, and the root cause can vary depending on the context in which it appears.
  
  Cause
  
  System-level exception: The error usually arises due to an unhandled exception in the SAP Web Service runtime or related tools.
  Configuration issues: Incorrect or incomplete configuration of Web Services or SOA (Service-Oriented Architecture) components.
  Authorization problems: Missing or insufficient authorizations for the user or service.
  Network or communication errors: Problems in the communication between SAP and external systems or within SAP components.
  Runtime errors: Issues such as missing objects, incorrect parameters, or runtime failures in the Web Service processing.
  System resource issues: Memory shortages, dumps, or other system resource constraints.
  Transport or patch inconsistencies: Missing support packages or inconsistent system states.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the detailed error log:
  
  Use transaction SLG1 (Application Log) to find detailed logs related to the error.
  Check ST22 for any short dumps that occurred at the time of the error.
  Review SM21 system log for related system messages.
  
  
  
  Analyze the context:
  
  Identify which Web Service or tool triggered the error.
  Check the input parameters and configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or service has the necessary authorizations for Web Service execution.
  
  
  
  Check Web Service configuration:
  
  Use transaction SOAMANAGER to review and test the Web Service configuration.
  Verify endpoint URLs, bindings, and security settings.
  
  
  
  Test connectivity:
  
  Use transaction SM59 to test RFC destinations if the Web Service calls external systems.
  Check network connectivity and firewall settings.
  
  
  
  Apply relevant SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WS_TOOL105.
  Apply any recommended patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have development access, debug the Web Service runtime to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  System health check:
  
  Check system resources and perform system health checks.
  Restart relevant services if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SOAMANAGER: Web Service configuration and administration.
  SLG1: Application log for detailed error messages.
  ST22: ABAP runtime error analysis.
  SM21: System log.
  SM59: RFC destination test.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes with keywords like "WS_TOOL105", "System exception occurred", or related Web Service errors.
  Example notes might address specific bugs or provide troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal sections on Web Services and SOA.
  SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, transaction or process involved), I can help narrow down the cause and solution further.