How To Fix X4_REST_CALL003 - Error receiving data using destination &1 subrc &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: X4_REST_CALL - Messages of X4 Rest Call Handler

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error receiving data using destination &1 subrc &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message X4_REST_CALL003 - Error receiving data using destination &1 subrc &2 ?

  The SAP error message X4_REST_CALL003 indicates that there was an issue receiving data from a REST call using a specified destination. The message includes two parameters: &1, which represents the destination name, and &2, which represents the return code (subrc) from the operation.
  Causes
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external service.
  Incorrect Destination Configuration: The destination might not be configured correctly in the SAP system (e.g., incorrect URL, authentication issues).
  Service Unavailability: The external service you are trying to reach may be down or not responding.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow response times from the external service.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent or received may not be in the expected format, leading to parsing errors.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the external service.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the external service. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Review Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Verify the URL, authentication method, and any required parameters.
  
  
  Test the External Service: Use tools like Postman or curl to manually test the external service to ensure it is up and responding as expected.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the destination configuration.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  Validate Data Formats: Ensure that the data being sent and received is in the correct format (e.g., JSON, XML) and adheres to the API specifications.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the external service.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  API Documentation: Review the API documentation for the external service to ensure that you are using the correct endpoints and parameters.
  SAP Community: Search the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the X4_REST_CALL003 error in your SAP system.