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How to Consume REST APIs in ABAP

Consuming REST services in SAP ABAP is typically done using the CL_HTTP_CLIENT class. This class provides methods to set the HTTP method, headers, and body payload, as well as to send the request and receive the response.

Key Steps:

  • Create Client: use cl_http_client=>create_by_url to instantiate the client with the target endpoint.
  • Set Method: Use lo_client->request->set_method (e.g., 'GET', 'POST').
  • Add Headers: Loop through required headers and set them using lo_client->request->set_header_field. Common headers include Content-Type and Authorization.
  • Set Body: For POST/PUT requests, attach the JSON/XML payload using lo_client->request->set_cdata.
  • Send & Receive: Call lo_client->send followed by lo_client->receive to execute the call. ALWAYS handle exceptions!

Note: For HTTPS endpoints, ensure that the target SSL certificates are installed in STRUST (Report SAPSSL).