How To Fix ESH_POST_INSTALL028 - The ICF Virtual Host &1 is not available in table ICFVIRHOST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_POST_INSTALL - ESH Post Installation

• Message number: 028

• Message text: The ICF Virtual Host &1 is not available in table ICFVIRHOST

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_POST_INSTALL028 - The ICF Virtual Host &1 is not available in table ICFVIRHOST ?

  The SAP error message ESH_POST_INSTALL028 indicates that the Internet Communication Framework (ICF) virtual host specified is not available in the table ICFVIRHOST. This error typically occurs during the installation or configuration of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) component.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Virtual Host Configuration: The specified virtual host is not defined in the ICF virtual host table (ICFVIRHOST).
  Incorrect Configuration: The virtual host might be incorrectly configured or misspelled in the settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the transport might not have included the necessary virtual host settings.
  System Settings: The system might not have been properly set up to recognize the virtual host.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ICF Virtual Host Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SICF in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the ICF Virtual Hosts section.
  Verify if the virtual host you are trying to use is listed in the ICFVIRHOST table.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Virtual Host:
  
  If the virtual host is missing, you can add it:
  
  Use transaction SICF.
  Right-click on the Virtual Hosts node and select Create.
  Enter the necessary details for the virtual host (e.g., Host Name, Port, etc.).
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the SAP ESH are correct and that the virtual host is referenced properly in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport request to ensure that it included the virtual host settings.
  
  
  
  Restart ICF Services:
  
  After making changes, you may need to restart the ICF services. You can do this by using transaction SICF and selecting the relevant services to activate or deactivate.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICF Virtual Hosts: These are used to define how the SAP system handles HTTP requests for different domains or subdomains.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring ICF virtual hosts.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and ICF configuration for detailed steps and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ESH_POST_INSTALL028 and ensure that the ICF virtual host is properly configured in your SAP system.