How To Fix ESH_TST_SMK_MSG086 - ICF service &1 is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TST_SMK_MSG - Smoke Test

• Message number: 086

• Message text: ICF service &1 is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG086 - ICF service &1 is active ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG086 indicates that an ICF (Internet Communication Framework) service is active, which may not be intended or could be causing issues in your SAP system. This message is typically related to the Enterprise Search functionality in SAP, particularly when dealing with the configuration of ICF services.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when an ICF service that is expected to be inactive is found to be active. This can happen due to:
  
  Misconfiguration of the ICF services.
  Unintended activation of services that should be disabled.
  Changes in system settings or updates that affect service status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active ICF Services:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF in your SAP system.
  In the ICF service tree, navigate to the relevant service path that corresponds to the service mentioned in the error message.
  Check the status of the service. If it is active and you believe it should be inactive, proceed to the next step.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Service:
  
  Right-click on the service and select Deactivate.
  Confirm the deactivation. This should resolve the error if the service was indeed not supposed to be active.
  
  
  
  Review Service Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that deactivating the service does not affect other functionalities in your SAP system. Some services may have dependencies on others.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the Enterprise Search and ICF services to ensure they are set up correctly.
  If necessary, consult the documentation or SAP Notes related to the specific service for any additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Restart the ICF Services:
  
  After making changes, it may be beneficial to restart the ICF services or the entire SAP system to ensure that all changes take effect properly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICF Services: These are essential for enabling communication between the SAP system and external applications or web services. Proper management of these services is crucial for system stability.
  Enterprise Search: This functionality allows users to search across various data sources within the SAP system. Misconfiguration can lead to search issues or performance degradation.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: To manage ICF services.
  SE80: To check for related objects and configurations.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they can provide more tailored guidance based on your specific system configuration and version.