How To Fix GHO_HASH_URL_MSG003 - Host, Port, and Application are mandatory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_HASH_URL_MSG - Message class for hash url error messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Host, Port, and Application are mandatory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_HASH_URL_MSG003 - Host, Port, and Application are mandatory ?

  The SAP error message GHO_HASH_URL_MSG003 indicates that certain mandatory parameters—specifically, the Host, Port, and Application—are not provided or are incorrectly configured in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Gateway or when using certain APIs that require these parameters to establish a connection.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The Host, Port, and Application parameters are not set in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The parameters may be incorrectly specified, leading to the system being unable to establish a connection.
  System Settings: The settings in the SAP system or the specific application may not be properly defined.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing the connection to the specified host.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the Host, Port, and Application parameters are correctly defined.
  If you are using a specific transaction or application, check its configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Update Parameters:
  
  If the parameters are missing, add them with the correct values.
  If they are incorrect, update them with the correct host address, port number, and application name.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  After updating the parameters, test the connectivity to ensure that the system can reach the specified host and port.
  You can use tools like ping or telnet to check if the host is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific application or API you are working with to ensure that you are using the correct parameters.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs can cause issues with configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and connectivity, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the configuration of the application you are working with (e.g., SM59 for RFC destinations).
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs (e.g., ST22, SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_HASH_URL_MSG003 error and ensure that the necessary parameters are correctly configured in your SAP system.