HTTP API Gateway lacks X-Ray tracing support for latency analysis
infoconfigurationUpdated Dec 16, 2024(via Exa)
Technologies:
How to detect:
X-Ray tracing cannot be enabled on HTTP API Gateway, limiting ability to perform detailed trace analysis of request latency breakdown across API Gateway stages and Lambda integration.
Recommended action:
Use REST API instead of HTTP API if X-Ray tracing is required for troubleshooting latency issues. For HTTP APIs, rely on CloudWatch metrics (Latency and IntegrationLatency) to identify where latency occurs. Enable detailed CloudWatch logging for additional visibility into request processing stages.