How To Fix ESH_TST_SMK_MSG096 - HTTP communication error occurred while checking URL: &1&2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TST_SMK_MSG - Smoke Test

• Message number: 096

• Message text: HTTP communication error occurred while checking URL: &1&2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG096 - HTTP communication error occurred while checking URL: &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG096 indicates that there was an HTTP communication error while trying to check a URL. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when using services that rely on HTTP communication to access external resources.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target URL.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being checked may be incorrect or malformed.
  Firewall/Proxy Issues: A firewall or proxy server may be blocking the HTTP request.
  Service Unavailability: The external service or resource that the URL points to may be down or unavailable.
  Authentication Issues: If the URL requires authentication, and the credentials are not provided or are incorrect, this can lead to communication errors.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the URL uses HTTPS, there may be issues with SSL/TLS certificates, such as expired or untrusted certificates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target URL. You can use tools like ping or curl from the server where SAP is running to test connectivity.
  Verify the URL: Double-check the URL for correctness. Ensure that it is properly formatted and accessible.
  Review Firewall/Proxy Settings: If there are firewalls or proxy servers in place, ensure that they allow traffic to the target URL. You may need to configure the SAP system to use the correct proxy settings.
  Check Service Status: Verify that the external service is up and running. You can try accessing the URL directly from a web browser or using a tool like Postman.
  Authentication: If the URL requires authentication, ensure that the correct credentials are being used. You may need to configure the SAP system to provide these credentials.
  SSL/TLS Configuration: If using HTTPS, check the SSL/TLS configuration. Ensure that the certificates are valid and trusted by the SAP system. You may need to import the certificate into the SAP trust store.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SMICM to monitor HTTP connections and SICF to manage HTTP services.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the HTTP communication error associated with the SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG096.