How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN116 - HTTP connection test failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 116

• Message text: HTTP connection test failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN116 - HTTP connection test failed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN116: HTTP connection test failed typically indicates that there is an issue with the HTTP connection to the SAP HANA system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when configuring the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or when trying to connect to the HANA database from an application.
  Causes
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the application server and the HANA database server.
  Incorrect Configuration: The HTTP connection settings (like URL, port, or credentials) may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  HANA Service Not Running: The HANA database service may not be running or may not be accessible.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security groups may be blocking the HTTP traffic to the HANA server.
  SSL Issues: If SSL is enabled, there may be issues with the SSL certificate or configuration.
  Proxy Settings: If a proxy is required to connect to the HANA system, it may not be configured correctly.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the HANA server is reachable from the application server.
  Ensure that the correct IP address and port are being used.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (like the RFC destination or HTTP connection settings) and ensure that the URL, port, and credentials are correct.
  Check the settings in transaction SM59 for RFC connections.
  
  
  
  Check HANA Service:
  
  Ensure that the HANA database service is running. You can check this using the HANA Studio or command line tools.
  Restart the HANA service if necessary.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check firewall rules to ensure that traffic on the required ports is allowed.
  If applicable, check security group settings in cloud environments.
  
  
  
  SSL Configuration:
  
  If using SSL, ensure that the SSL certificate is valid and properly configured.
  Check the SSL settings in the HTTP connection configuration.
  
  
  
  Proxy Configuration:
  
  If a proxy is required, ensure that it is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Check the settings in transaction SMICM for HTTP/HTTPS connections.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review the application and HANA logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for configuring HTTP connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.