How To Fix X4_REST_CALL008 - Exception wrong return code &2 with text &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Exception wrong return code &2 with text &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message X4_REST_CALL008 - Exception wrong return code &2 with text &1 ?

  The SAP error message X4_REST_CALL008 indicates that there was an issue with a REST API call, specifically that the return code received from the API is not what was expected. The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the text description of the error and &2 for the actual return code received.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid API Endpoint: The API endpoint being called may be incorrect or not available.
  Authentication Issues: There may be problems with the authentication credentials being used to access the API.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing the API call from being completed successfully.
  Data Issues: The data being sent in the API request may not meet the required format or validation rules.
  Service Unavailability: The external service being called may be down or experiencing issues.
  Timeouts: The API call may be timing out due to long processing times on the server side.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check API Endpoint: Verify that the API endpoint URL is correct and accessible.
  Review Authentication: Ensure that the authentication method (e.g., API key, OAuth token) is valid and has not expired.
  Network Connectivity: Check for any network issues that may be affecting connectivity to the API.
  Validate Request Data: Review the data being sent in the API request to ensure it meets the expected format and validation rules.
  Monitor Service Status: Check the status of the external service to see if it is operational.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If applicable, consider increasing the timeout settings for the API call to allow for longer processing times.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific API you are working with to understand the expected return codes and error handling.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs and traces in SAP to gather more information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  API Testing Tools: Use tools like Postman or cURL to manually test the API call and see the response, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and to seek advice.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.