How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG123 - Creation of HTTP client: Plug-in not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG - Texts for resolution of urls or binary documents

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Creation of HTTP client: Plug-in not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG123 - Creation of HTTP client: Plug-in not active ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG123 indicates that there is an issue with the HTTP client configuration in the SAP system, specifically that the required plug-in is not active. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or when trying to connect to external systems via HTTP.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Inactive HTTP Client Plug-in: The HTTP client plug-in required for the operation is not activated in the SAP system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the HTTP client settings or the related services.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the HTTP client functionality.
  System Updates: Recent updates or changes in the system might have affected the plug-in's status.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the HTTP Client Plug-in:
  
  Go to transaction SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance).
  Check if the HTTP client service is active. If it is not,