How To Fix GW740 - No host name in the router string

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 740

• Message text: No host name in the router string

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW740 - No host name in the router string ?

  The SAP error message GW740: No host name in the router string typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the SAP system's communication settings, particularly related to the gateway or router string used for connecting to other systems or services.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hostname: The router string in the SAP system configuration does not contain a valid hostname or IP address. This can happen if the configuration was not set up correctly or if the hostname was removed or changed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The SAP system may have an incorrect or incomplete configuration in the instance profile or in the SAP GUI settings.
  Network Issues: There may be underlying network issues that prevent the system from resolving the hostname.
  Environment Variables: The environment variables related to the SAP system may not be set correctly, leading to issues in hostname resolution.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Router String:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and check the configuration of the router