Bug
The WMS services on ArcGIS for Server (Linux) crash when performing a GetCapabilities request.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000087955 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | May 28, 2015 |
| Last Modified | June 1, 2022 |
| Severity | Critical |
| Applies to | ArcGIS for Server |
| Version found | 10.3.1 |
| Operating System | Red Hat Enterprise Linux |
| Operating System Version | 6.4 64 Bit |
| Version Fixed | 10.4.0 |
| Status | Fixed |
Description
If the web map service (WMS) capability is enabled on Sample World Cities, clicking the WMS link from the REST endpoint for the service returns an HTTP 400 error."The request sent by the client was syntactically incorrect."
![[O-Image] The request sent by the client was syntactically incorrect](https://webapps-cdn.esri.com/CDN/support-site/technical-articles-images/000012809/00N39000003LL24-0EM39000000wdlP.png)
Viewing the server logs reveals the Sample World Cities service crash. The following severe error is logged with ArcGIS Server and an error report is generated.
"Error handling request to service '.MapServer'. java.io.IOException: Server object extension 'wmsserver' not found."Connection from ArcMap also fails.
![[O-Image] An event was unable to invoke any of the subscribers](https://webapps-cdn.esri.com/CDN/support-site/technical-articles-images/000012809/00N39000003LL24-0EM39000000wdlO.png)
Cause
This is a known issue.Workaround
- Download the ArcGIS 10.3.1 for Server (Linux) WMS GetCapabilities Patch, available from the Esri Support website.
- Follow the directions provided on the page in the above link.
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000087955
Software:
- ArcGIS for Server
Get help from ArcGIS experts
Download the Esri Support App
Discover more on this topic
Search for related information
Find training related to this topic
Explore ideas and give feedback