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

WSAM_SHMAE005 - Overview

• 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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WSAM_SHMAE005 - Details

• 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