How To Fix WS_TOOL869 - &1 exception &2 was added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 869

• Message text: &1 exception &2 was added

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL869 - &1 exception &2 was added ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS_TOOL869 &1 exception &2 was added
  is a system or runtime message related to the SAP Web Services or the SAP Web Service Tool (WS_TOOL). Here's a detailed explanation:
  
  Meaning of the Message
  
  Message ID: WS_TOOL869
  Message Text: &1 exception &2 was added
  Placeholders:
  
  &1 — usually the name of the tool, program, or process involved.
  &2 — the name or type of the exception that was added or caught.
  
  
  
  This message typically indicates that during the execution of a web service tool or related runtime process, an exception was caught and logged or added to an internal exception list or handler.
  
  Cause
  
  The message is informational or warning-level, indicating that an exception occurred during the processing of a web service or related tool.
  The exception could be due to:
  
  Network or communication issues.
  Incorrect or missing configuration in the web service setup.
  Runtime errors in the web service logic or handler.
  Authorization or permission problems.
  Data inconsistencies or invalid input parameters.
  
  
  The system logs the exception to help with troubleshooting.
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps
  
  
  Check the Exception Details:
  
  Look at the exact exception name or message (&2) that was added.
  This will give clues about the nature of the problem (e.g., CX_HTTP_COMMUNICATION_FAILURE, CX_SOAP_FAULT, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SM21 (System Log) to check for related error messages.
  Check ST22 (ABAP Runtime Errors) for dumps related to the web service.
  Check SLG1 (Application Log) for detailed logs related to the web service or WS_TOOL.
  
  
  
  Check Web Service Configuration:
  
  Verify the web service endpoint, binding, and security settings.
  Use transaction SOAMANAGER to review and test the web service configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Web Service:
  
  Use the Web Service Navigator or external tools (e.g., SOAP UI) to test the service.
  Check if the service responds correctly or if the exception is reproducible.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure the user or service user has the necessary authorizations to execute the web service.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have development access, debug the web service handler or the WS_TOOL program to see where the exception is raised.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for the exact exception and message in the SAP Support Portal.
  There might be SAP Notes addressing known issues with the WS_TOOL or related web services.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  WS_TOOL is often related to SAP's Web Service runtime or tools used to generate, test, or manage web services.
  Exceptions caught during web service processing are logged with this message to help identify issues.
  Common exception classes related to web services include:
  
  CX_SOAP_FAULT
  CX_HTTP_COMMUNICATION_FAILURE
  CX_WS_RUNTIME_ERROR
  
  
  Transactions to check:
  
  SOAMANAGER — Web Service Configuration
  SICF — Internet Communication Framework (check service activation)
  SMICM — ICM Monitor (check HTTP/S communication)
  ST22 — ABAP Dumps
  SM21 — System Log
  SLG1 — Application Log
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  An exception occurred during web service processing or WS_TOOL execution.
  
  
  Message
  WS_TOOL869 &1 exception &2 was added
  
  
  Solution
  Analyze the exception details, check logs (SM21, ST22, SLG1), verify web service config (SOAMANAGER), test the service, check authorizations, debug if needed.
  
  
  Related
  Web services, SOAP faults, HTTP communication errors, SAP web service tools.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact exception name (&2) or the context in which this message appears, I can help you with more specific guidance.