How To Fix ESH_PST_MSG055 - ABAP proxy settings have been configured

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_PST_MSG -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: ABAP proxy settings have been configured

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_PST_MSG055 - ABAP proxy settings have been configured ?

  The SAP error message ESH_PST_MSG055 indicates that the ABAP proxy settings have been configured, but there may be an issue with the configuration or the way the system is trying to use these settings. This error is often related to the Enterprise Search (ESH) or the use of proxy settings in the ABAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Proxy Configuration: The proxy settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured, leading to issues when trying to connect to external services or systems.
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the external service.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the configured proxy settings.
  System Settings: The system may not be set up to use the proxy correctly, or the proxy server itself may be down or misconfigured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Proxy Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SICF and check the configuration of the HTTP services.
  Verify the proxy settings in transaction RZ10 or RZ12 (depending on your system version) to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the proxy server address and port are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Test the network connection to the proxy server to ensure it is reachable from the SAP system.
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the proxy server.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to use the proxy settings.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to the specific version of the system you are using for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: Maintain HTTP Services
  RZ10: Profile Maintenance
  RZ12: Maintain HTTP Proxy Settings
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to ESH or proxy settings.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring and troubleshooting proxy settings in SAP systems.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ESH_PST_MSG055 error message.