How To Fix ILM_STOR_MISC195 - Virtual host for protocol '&1' not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MISC -

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Virtual host for protocol '&1' not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MISC195 - Virtual host for protocol '&1' not found ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MISC195 indicates that a virtual host for a specified protocol could not be found. This error typically arises in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when the system is trying to access a storage system or service that is not properly configured or is unavailable.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The virtual host for the specified protocol (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS, etc.) may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Missing Host Entry: The virtual host may not exist in the system's configuration, or there may be a typo in the protocol name.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the virtual host.
  Service Unavailability: The service associated with the virtual host may be down or not running.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the ILM storage system in the SAP system. Ensure that the virtual host is correctly defined in the ILM settings.
  Go to transaction code ILM and check the settings for the storage system.
  
  
  
  Validate Host Entries:
  
  Ensure that the virtual host name is correctly specified and matches the configuration in the storage system.
  Check for any typos or incorrect entries in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Test the network connection to the virtual host. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check if the host is reachable.
  Ensure that any firewalls or network security settings are not blocking access to the virtual host.
  
  
  
  Service Status:
  
  Check if the service associated with the virtual host is running. If it is down, restart the service and verify that it is operational.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for ILM and the specific storage system you are using for any additional configuration steps or troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Configuration: Understanding how to configure ILM in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the ILM settings and how they interact with storage systems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ILM_STOR_MISC195 error in your SAP system.