Subject: SAP-CPI (Cloud Platform Integration) in SAP Field
Integration scenarios often involve unpredictable errors such as connectivity issues, data inconsistencies, or system unavailability. Handling such exceptions gracefully within SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) is crucial to maintain robust and resilient integration processes. One powerful feature in SAP CPI is the Exception Subprocess, which allows you to design dedicated error-handling routines within your integration flows (iFlows).
This article explores the concept, configuration, and best practices for using Exception Subprocesses in SAP CPI.
An Exception Subprocess is a specialized subprocess in an integration flow that is triggered only when an error or exception occurs during message processing. It enables developers to capture exceptions, perform compensating actions, notify stakeholders, and manage errors without interrupting the entire integration process.
In the SAP CPI Web UI, open the iFlow you want to add exception handling to.
Inside the exception subprocess, add steps such as:
Deploy your iFlow and simulate errors to ensure the exception subprocess activates correctly and executes the defined handling logic.
Imagine an iFlow integrating orders from an external system into SAP S/4HANA. If the order data fails validation or the backend service is unreachable, an exception subprocess can:
Exception subprocesses in SAP CPI are vital for building resilient integrations capable of gracefully handling errors. By isolating error-handling logic, organizations can improve system stability, reduce downtime, and provide better operational visibility. Implementing structured exception handling is a best practice for all mature SAP CPI integration projects.
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