The SOAP PHP extension is crucial for web services that rely on the Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), which enables communication between applications over HTTP. SOAP is commonly used for exchanging data between different systems and integrating various applications, such as CRM and ERP systems, with your server. By enabling the SOAP extension, a Plesk server can handle SOAP-based API requests from applications needing remote communication.
Checking if the SOAP Extension is Enabled in Plesk
In Plesk, the SOAP classes are installed and enabled by default with Plesk's PHP installations. However, you may need to confirm that SOAP is enabled or activate it for specific PHP versions. Here's how:
Steps to Enable the SOAP Extension in Plesk
- Log into Plesk
Access your Plesk control panel by logging in with your administrator credentials. - Navigate to PHP Settings
Go toTools & Settings, then selectPHP Settings. - Select the PHP Version
Choose the PHP version you wish to configure. For example, if your site uses PHP 8.3, select8.3 FPM application. - Enable SOAP
In the list of extensions, locate and mark the checkbox next tosoapto enable the SOAP PHP extension. - Save Changes
Press OK to save the changes. The SOAP extension will now be enabled for the selected PHP version.
Additional Information
Enabling the SOAP extension allows your server to handle SOAP requests, making it suitable for applications that rely on API communication over HTTP. If the SOAP extension is required but not enabled, certain applications may fail to connect or exchange data with external services.
Disclaimer
Always confirm compatibility with your application's requirements when enabling extensions. Test changes in a staging environment when possible to avoid issues in a live production setting.
