How To Fix WSAM_SHMAE005 - Error in converting exception to message:&1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSAM_SHMAE - Message class for SRS enhanced mat search and ATP request

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error in converting exception to message:&1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSAM_SHMAE005 - Error in converting exception to message:&1 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WSAM_SHMAE005: Error in converting exception to message: &1
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Services or SOAP communication, particularly when the system tries to convert an exception (an error or fault) into a user-readable message but fails. The placeholder &1 is replaced by the specific exception or error detail that could not be converted.
  Common causes include:
  
  Malformed or unexpected SOAP response: The system receives a SOAP fault or exception that it cannot parse or map to a standard SAP message.
  Incorrect or missing message class or message number: The exception raised does not correspond to a known message in the SAP message repository.
  Issues in the Web Service runtime or adapter: Problems in the Web Service runtime environment or the adapter layer that handles exceptions.
  Custom exception handling code errors: If custom code is involved in exception handling or message conversion, bugs or missing mappings can cause this error.
  Inconsistent or corrupted message repository: The message class or message text might be missing or corrupted in the system.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WSAM_SHMAE005 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the detailed error log or stack trace:
  
  Look at the detailed error message replacing &1 to understand what exception could not be converted.
  Use transaction SLG1 (Application Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to get more details.
  
  
  
  Verify the Web Service response:
  
  Use tools like SOAP UI or SAP Web Service test tools to inspect the SOAP response.
  Check if the SOAP fault or exception is well-formed and contains expected data.
  
  
  
  Check message classes and message texts:
  
  Use transaction SE91 to verify that the message class and message number referenced in the exception exist and have valid texts.
  If custom messages are involved, ensure they are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review custom exception handling code:
  
  If you have custom ABAP code handling exceptions or converting exceptions to messages, debug and verify the logic.
  Ensure that all exceptions are mapped to valid SAP messages.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and patches:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WSAM_SHMAE005 or Web Service exception handling.
  Apply any relevant patches or support packages.
  
  
  
  Restart or refresh Web Service runtime:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the ICM or Web Service runtime environment can clear transient issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction SE91: Maintain and check message classes and messages.
  Transaction SLG1: Application log for detailed error logs.
  Transaction ST22: ABAP dump analysis.
  SAP Web Service Runtime: The environment handling SOAP messages and exceptions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WSAM_SHMAE005.
  SAP Help Portal: Documentation on Web Service error handling.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WSAM_SHMAE005: Error in converting exception to message: &1
  
  
  Cause
  Failure to convert an exception (SOAP fault or error) into a SAP message
  
  
  Common reasons
  Malformed SOAP response, missing message class/text, custom code errors, runtime issues
  
  
  Solution
  Analyze detailed error, verify SOAP response, check message classes, debug custom code, apply SAP Notes
  
  
  Tools
  SE91, SLG1, ST22, SOAP UI, SAP Notes
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact exception text replacing &1, I can help analyze the specific cause further.