How To Fix PO745 - Host &1 is unknown (See system log)

PO745 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Host &1 is unknown (See system log)

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PO745 - Details

• The SAP error message PO745 "Host &1 is unknown (See system log)" typically indicates that the system is unable to resolve the hostname specified in the configuration or the network settings. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to connect to a database, an external system, or during communication between different SAP instances.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Hostname: The hostname specified in the configuration is incorrect or misspelled.
  DNS Issues: The Domain Name System (DNS) is unable to resolve the hostname to an IP address.
  Network Configuration: There may be network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the specified host.
  Host Not Available: The target host may be down or not reachable due to network issues.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking access to the specified host.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Hostname: Verify that the hostname specified in the configuration is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  DNS Configuration: Check the DNS settings on the SAP