How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG218 - HTTP server error during KPRO HEAD call in URL indexing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: HTTP server error during KPRO HEAD call in URL indexing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG218 - HTTP server error during KPRO HEAD call in URL indexing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG218 indicates an HTTP server error that occurs during a KPRO (Knowledge Provider) HEAD call in the context of URL indexing. This error typically arises when the system is unable to access or process a URL due to various reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target URL.
  URL Accessibility: The URL being indexed may be down, inaccessible, or incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the URL.
  KPRO Configuration: There may be misconfigurations in the KPRO settings or the content repository.
  HTTP Server Configuration: The HTTP server may not be configured correctly to handle the requests.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to slow response from the target server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target URL. You can use tools like ping or curl to test connectivity.
  Verify URL: Double-check the URL for correctness. Ensure that it is accessible from a web browser or another tool.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the URL. Check roles and authorizations in SAP.
  KPRO Configuration: Review the KPRO settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the content repository is correctly configured.
  HTTP Server Logs: Check the logs of the HTTP server for any errors or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If the request is timing out, consider increasing the timeout settings in the HTTP server or the SAP system.
  Test with Different URLs: Try indexing a different URL to see if the issue is specific to a particular URL or a broader problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  KPRO Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on KPRO and URL indexing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  System Logs: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any related logs that might provide more insight into the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.