Error
Error Code:
576
SAP S/4HANA Error 576: API Communication Failure
Description
Error 576 (ERR_API) indicates a general failure in an API call made by or to SAP S/4HANA. This typically occurs when the system attempts to integrate with an external service, retrieve data from another module, or process a request that relies on a specific API endpoint. The error signifies that the API operation could not be completed successfully, often due to issues beyond the immediate SAP S/4HANA application logic.
Error Message
ERR_API
Known Causes
4 known causesMisconfigured API Settings
API endpoints, authentication credentials, or payload formats might be incorrectly configured within SAP S/4HANA or the external system, leading to rejection of the API call.
Network Connection Failure
Temporary network outages, firewall restrictions, or routing problems can prevent SAP S/4HANA from establishing or maintaining a connection with the external API service.
External Service Unavailability
The external system or service that the API call targets might be temporarily offline, overloaded, undergoing maintenance, or experiencing an internal error.
Invalid API Request Data
The data sent in the API request from SAP S/4HANA might not conform to the external API's expected schema, data types, or mandatory fields, resulting in a validation error.
Solutions
3 solutions available1. Verify SAP Gateway Service Registration and Activation easy
Ensures the necessary SAP Gateway services are registered and active for API communication.
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Log in to your SAP S/4HANA system using a user with appropriate authorization (e.g., SAP_ALL, SAP_NEW).
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Navigate to transaction code `SMGW` (Gateway Monitor).
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From the `Goto` menu, select `Expert Functions` -> `TCPIP Connections`.
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Check if the target system/service corresponding to the API communication is listed and active. Look for entries related to the system alias or service name used in the API call.
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If the service is not active or missing, navigate to transaction code `SICF`.
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Search for the relevant SICF service node (often related to OData services or specific API endpoints).
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Right-click on the service node and select `Activate Service`.
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Alternatively, use transaction code `SAINT` to install/activate necessary add-on components or support packages that might contain the required API services.
2. Check RFC Destination Configuration medium
Validates that the RFC destinations used for API communication are correctly configured and reachable.
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Log in to your SAP S/4HANA system.
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Navigate to transaction code `SM59` (RFC Destinations).
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Identify the RFC destination(s) used by the API communication. This might be a TCP/IP connection or an HTTP connection, depending on the API type.
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Select the relevant RFC destination and click the `Connection Test` button. Observe the output for any errors.
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If the connection test fails, review the configuration parameters: Program ID (for TCP/IP), Host Name, Port, Gateway Host, Gateway Service, etc. Ensure they match the target system's configuration.
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For HTTP connections, verify the URL, Proxy settings, and Authentication details.
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Ensure that the SAP Gateway on both the sending and receiving systems is running and accessible. Check network connectivity between the systems.
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If using an HTTP destination, check the `SSL Certificate` tab to ensure valid certificates are configured if the connection is secured (HTTPS).
3. Analyze SAP Gateway Trace and Logs advanced
Provides detailed insights into the communication flow and pinpoints the exact cause of the API failure.
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Log in to your SAP S/4HANA system.
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Navigate to transaction code `SMGW` (Gateway Monitor).
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From the `Goto` menu, select `Trace` -> `Start`.
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Set the trace level to `3` (or higher if needed) for detailed logging.
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Reproduce the API call that is failing.
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Once the error occurs, go back to `SMGW` and select `Goto` -> `Trace` -> `Display`.
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Analyze the trace file for error messages, connection issues, and discrepancies in communication parameters. Look for entries indicating 'API Communication Failure' or related error codes.
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Additionally, check the SAP Gateway logs on the operating system level of the S/4HANA server (usually in `/usr/sap/<SIDs>/<Instance>/work/dev_rd` or similar).
ls -l /usr/sap/<SIDs>/<Instance>/work/9
Examine the system logs in transaction `SM21` for any related system-level errors that might be impacting the Gateway.