How To Fix PYC_CONT233 - HTTP connection &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONT -

• Message number: 233

• Message text: HTTP connection &1 is not defined

This might be caused by any of the following reasons:
RFC connection to Employee Central Payroll system has not been
configured.
Incorrect configuration of solution

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your consultant or system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Configure RFC connection to Employee Central Payroll using the
transaction code SM59.
Check and change the configuration of the solution using the Customizing
activity <DS:SIMG.PYC_SP46_SOLUTION>Define Solutions</>.

What causes this issue?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONT233 - HTTP connection &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONT233 indicates that there is an issue with an HTTP connection that is not defined in the system. This error typically arises when trying to access a service or resource that requires a specific HTTP connection configuration that has not been set up in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing HTTP Connection Definition: The HTTP connection that the application is trying to use has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The HTTP connection might be incorrectly configured or the name used in the application does not match the defined connection.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the defined HTTP connection.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing the connection from being established.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the HTTP Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Check if the required HTTP connection is defined. If not, create a new HTTP connection.
  Ensure that the connection type is set to HTTP and provide the necessary details such as the target host, port, and any required authentication.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the connection name used in the application matches the name defined in SM59.
  Ensure that all parameters (like the target URL) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the HTTP connection. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  Use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the HTTP connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Network Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall or network issues preventing the connection from being established.
  Verify that the target server is reachable from the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs and system logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations, including HTTP connections.
  SICF: For managing HTTP services in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring HTTP connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to HTTP connections and the PYC_CONT233 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PYC_CONT233 error and ensure that the HTTP connection is properly defined and functional.