How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG117 - HTTP connection test to content repository &1 failed

ESH_FL_MSG117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 117

• Message text: HTTP connection test to content repository &1 failed

What causes this issue?

The HTTP connection test to the content repository &v1& which has been
maintained in transaction OAC0 has failed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go to transaction OAC0 and check the configuration of content repository
&v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG117 - HTTP connection test to content repository &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG117 indicates that there was a failure when testing the HTTP connection to a content repository. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or when integrating with external content repositories.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect URL: The URL configured for the content repository may be incorrect or malformed.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the content repository.
  Authentication Problems: The credentials used to access the content repository may be incorrect or insufficient.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the content repository.
  Service Availability: The content repository service may be down or not running.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the connection is secured (HTTPS), there may be issues with SSL certificates or protocols.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify URL: Check the URL configured for the content repository in the SAP system. Ensure it is correct and accessible.
  Test Network Connectivity: Use tools like ping