How To Fix ESH_INTEGRATION246 - Reverse connection from back-end to proxy created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_INTEGRATION - ESH Integration

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Reverse connection from back-end to proxy created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION246 - Reverse connection from back-end to proxy created ?

  The SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION246 indicates that there is a reverse connection from the back-end system to the proxy system that has been created. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or when integrating SAP systems with other applications.
  Cause:
  The error message usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The reverse connection might not be properly configured in the SAP system landscape. This can happen if the necessary settings for the RFC (Remote Function Call) connections are not correctly set up.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing the back-end system from establishing a proper connection to the proxy.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user or service account used for the connection may not have the necessary authorizations to establish the reverse connection.
  
  
  System Settings: The settings in the SAP Gateway or the back-end system may not be aligned, leading to issues in establishing the connection.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the RFC connections in transaction SM59. Ensure that the connection settings for both the back-end and proxy systems are correct.
  Ensure that the logical system names are correctly defined in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Test the network connectivity between the back-end and proxy systems. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check if the systems can communicate with each other.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account used for the connection has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Review Gateway Settings:
  
  Check the settings in the SAP Gateway (transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE) to ensure that the services are properly registered and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the components involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and integration scenarios to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.