How To Fix WS_TOOL867 - &1 exception &2 was removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 867

• Message text: &1 exception &2 was removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL867 - &1 exception &2 was removed ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message: WS_TOOL867 &1 exception &2 was removed
  
  1. Cause
  The error message WS_TOOL867 &1 exception &2 was removed typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Services or when working with SAP's Web Service tools (like SOAMANAGER, WSADMIN, or related runtime tools).
  
  
  Meaning:
  
  The message indicates that a particular exception (&2) related to a tool or component (&1) was removed or is no longer available in the system.
  
  
  Typical scenarios:
  
  An exception class or object that was previously defined or used in a Web Service tool or runtime environment has been deleted or is missing.
  A Web Service runtime or tool component has been updated or changed, and certain exceptions or error handling classes have been removed.
  Custom exception classes or extensions related to Web Service tools were deleted or are not transported properly.
  In some cases, this can happen after system upgrades, patching, or transport imports where certain objects are removed or replaced.
  
  
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the WS_TOOL867 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the exact exception and tool name:
  
  The placeholders &1 and &2 will be replaced by the actual tool/component and exception name in the system log or dump. Identify which exception was removed.
  
  
  Verify object existence:  
  
  Use transaction SE24 (Class Builder) or SE80 to check if the exception class or object still exists.
  If it was deleted unintentionally, restore it from a backup or transport request.
  
  
  
  Check recent changes:  
  
  Review recent transports or system changes that might have removed or altered the exception class.
  If the system was upgraded or patched, check SAP Notes related to Web Service tools for any changes in exception handling.
  
  
  
  Re-import or re-activate objects:  
  
  If the exception class is missing due to transport issues, re-import the relevant transport.
  Re-activate the Web Service tools or runtime objects using transactions like SICF (for services), SOAMANAGER, or WSADMIN.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:  
  
  Search for SAP Notes referencing WS_TOOL867 or related Web Service exceptions.
  If no direct solution is found, raise a message with SAP Support including system logs and dumps.
  
  
  
  Custom code check:  
  
  If custom code or enhancements are involved, verify that exception classes used in the code are still valid.
  Adjust the code to handle the current set of exceptions.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transactions to check:
  
  SOAMANAGER — Web Service configuration and runtime.
  SICF — Internet Communication Framework services.
  SE24 — Class Builder to check exception classes.
  ST22 — Dump analysis to get detailed info on the error.
  SM21 — System log for related messages.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WS_TOOL867 or Web Service exceptions removal.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on Web Service runtime and exception handling.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Exception class or object related to a Web Service tool was removed or is missing.
  
  
  Solution
  Identify missing exception, restore or re-import it, check recent changes or transports.
  
  
  Related
  Use SE24, SOAMANAGER, ST22; check SAP Notes; verify custom code and system upgrades.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact values of &1 and &2 from your system, I can help you with a more precise diagnosis and solution.