How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG158 - Creation of HTTP connection &1 failed

ESH_FL_MSG158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Creation of HTTP connection &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG158 - Creation of HTTP connection &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG158, which states "Creation of HTTP connection &1 failed," typically indicates that there is an issue with establishing an HTTP connection to a specified service or endpoint. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when using SAP Enterprise Search or other applications that rely on HTTP connections.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target HTTP service.
  Incorrect URL: The URL specified for the HTTP connection may be incorrect or malformed.
  Service Unavailability: The target service may be down or not reachable at the moment.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the HTTP connection.
  Proxy Configuration: If a proxy is required to access the internet or specific services, it may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authentication Issues: If the target service requires authentication, and the credentials are incorrect or missing, the connection may fail.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the