How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG128 - Creation of HTTP client (dest): Plug-in not active (destination &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Creation of HTTP client (dest): Plug-in not active (destination &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG128 - Creation of HTTP client (dest): Plug-in not active (destination &1) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG128 indicates that there is an issue with the HTTP client configuration in your SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the "Plug-in is not active" for the specified destination. This typically occurs when the system is trying to establish an HTTP connection to a destination that has not been properly configured or activated.
  Cause
  The primary causes of this error can include:
  
  Inactive HTTP Plug-in: The HTTP plug-in required for the destination is not activated in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Destination Configuration: The destination may not be configured correctly in transaction SM59.
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing the connection.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check HTTP Plug-in Activation:
  
  Go to transaction SICF and check if the HTTP services are active. Look for the relevant service and ensure it is activated.
  If the service is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the configuration of the destination that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the destination is correctly configured with the right parameters (e.g., target host, port, and path).
  Test the connection from SM59 to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target server.
  You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the target host and port.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account being used to access the destination has the necessary authorizations.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user to ensure they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check for System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Configuration of RFC destinations.
  SICF: Maintain HTTP services.
  SM21: System log for error messages.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on configuring HTTP connections and troubleshooting RFC destinations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG128 error in your SAP system. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.