How To Fix OSPCT_MSG018 - ICM check failed: ICM is not running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OSPCT_MSG - Check Tool Core Message Class

• Message number: 018

• Message text: ICM check failed: ICM is not running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OSPCT_MSG018 - ICM check failed: ICM is not running ?

  The SAP error message OSPCT_MSG018: ICM check failed: ICM is not running indicates that the Internet Communication Manager (ICM) is not currently active or running in your SAP system. The ICM is responsible for handling HTTP(S) requests and is crucial for web-based applications and services in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  ICM Not Started: The ICM process may not have been started, either due to a system restart or manual intervention.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the ICM settings or profile parameters that prevent it from starting.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can prevent ICM from starting.
  Errors in Logs: There may be underlying issues indicated in the ICM logs that prevent it from running.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity or firewall settings can also affect ICM's ability to start or function properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Start ICM:
  
  You can manually start the ICM using transaction code SMICM. In the ICM monitor, you can check the status and start it if it is not running.
  Alternatively, you can restart the entire SAP system, which will also start the ICM.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the ICM configuration in the instance profile (e.g., DEFAULT.PFL) to ensure that the parameters are set correctly.
  Check parameters like icm/server_port_0 to ensure that the ports are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the ICM logs for any error messages that might indicate why it is not starting. You can find these logs in the transaction SMICM under the "Log" menu.
  Look for any relevant error messages in the developer trace files (transaction ST11).
  
  
  
  System Resources:
  
  Ensure that the server has enough resources (CPU, memory) available. You can monitor system performance using tools like OS monitoring or SAP transaction ST06.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no firewall rules or network issues preventing the ICM from starting or accepting connections.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to ICM or this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMICM: ICM Monitor
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  ST11: Display Developer Traces
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  ICM Parameters: Familiarize yourself with key ICM parameters in the instance profile, such as:
  
  icm/server_port_0: Defines the port for HTTP communication.
  icm/HTTP/enable: Should be set to 1 to enable HTTP communication.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on ICM and its configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.