How To Fix NET015 - DNS domains to search during name resolution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NET - Network Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: DNS domains to search during name resolution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NET015 - DNS domains to search during name resolution ?

  The SAP error message NET015 typically indicates an issue with DNS (Domain Name System) name resolution. This error occurs when the system is unable to resolve a hostname to an IP address due to misconfiguration or missing DNS settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  DNS 
  Configuration Issues: The DNS server settings may not be correctly configured in the SAP system or the underlying operating system.
  Missing DNS Entries: The hostname you are trying to resolve may not exist in the DNS records.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the DNS server.
  Incorrect Hostname: The hostname being queried may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking DNS queries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DNS Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the DNS server addresses are correctly configured in the SAP system. This can usually be done in the SAP profile parameters (e.g., dns/domain).
  Verify the DNS settings in the operating system (e.g., /etc/resolv.conf on Linux