How To Fix ESH_SEARCH142 - Receiving from HTTP client: General error occurred

ESH_SEARCH142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Receiving from HTTP client: General error occurred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH142 - Receiving from HTTP client: General error occurred ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH142 with the description "Receiving from HTTP client: General error occurred" typically indicates a problem with the HTTP communication between the SAP system and the client. This error can arise in various contexts, particularly when dealing with the Enterprise Search (ESH) functionality in SAP.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the client, leading to failed HTTP requests.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the HTTP client can lead to communication failures.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to long processing times or server overload.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the requested resources.
  Service Availability: The service being called may be down or not properly configured.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the HTTP requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the SAP