# Resolving Error 500 in Jira ServiceNow Integration

### Introduction

Integrating Jira and ServiceNow enhances collaboration across software development and IT service management teams. However, an Error 500, indicating a server error often due to non-authorized access or connection issues, can halt this process. This guide outlines steps to troubleshoot and resolve such issues.

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### Troubleshooting Steps

**Common Issue: Error 500 - Non-Authorized or Connection Issues**

**1. Verify Service Now URL**

Incorrect URLs can often lead to connection issues. Ensure the URL for ServiceNow instances is correct in the Getint integration settings.

* Double-check the URLs configured in the Getint integration setup to ensure they accurately reflect your Jira and ServiceNow instances.

**2. Verify Access Control List (ACL) Settings in ServiceNow**

First, ensure that the ACL settings in ServiceNow are correctly configured to grant the necessary permissions for accessing resources:

1. **Log in** to your ServiceNow instance.
2. Navigate to **System Security > User**
3. Search for the ACL rules related to the integration user and verify the following:
   * The integration user has **read and write access** to necessary tables and fields.

**3. Configure Dictionary\_sys with Read Access**

Correct configuration of the sys\_dictionary table is essential to prevent authorization errors:

1. In ServiceNow, go to **System Definition > Dictionary**.\
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2. Filter by Table name and locate sys\_dictionary.
3. Ensure the field has **read and write access** to the sys\_dictionary table to avoid schema access issues.

**4. Disable Password Reset Requirement**

1. Navigate to **System Properties > Security**.
2. Find the property related to **password reset requirements** and disable it.

   * This ensures the integration's service account doesn't face authentication issues due to periodic password changes.

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**5: Ensure Proper ITIL Role Setup**

The ITIL role is crucial for comprehensive access to necessary functionalities in ServiceNow.

1. Go to **User Administration > Users**.
2. Select the integration user account.
3. In the **Roles** tab, ensure the **ITIL role** is assigned.
   * This role is crucial for the user to perform necessary operations within ServiceNow.

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### **Conclusion**

Following the steps should address the Error 500, smoothing the integration path between Jira and ServiceNow. Please also view the steps in the guide: [Creating a ServiceNow User for Getint Integration](https://docs.getint.io/guides/integration-synchronization/jira-servicenow-integration/creating-a-servicenow-user-for-getint-integration)

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