How To Fix PU704 - Deploy proxy server not running or Web service not installed

PU704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Deploy proxy server not running or Web service not installed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU704 - Deploy proxy server not running or Web service not installed ?

  The SAP error message PU704, which indicates that the "Deploy proxy server not running or Web service not installed," typically arises in the context of SAP systems when there are issues related to the deployment of web services or the proxy server configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Proxy Server Not Running: The proxy server that is supposed to handle the web service requests may not be running. This could be due to a service failure or misconfiguration.
  
  
  Web Service Not Installed: The specific web service that you are trying to access or deploy may not be installed or properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the proxy server or the web service.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the proxy server can lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or