How To Fix S04073 - Error occurred when connecting to SLD (SLD not accessible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S04 - CCMS Monitoring Console

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Error occurred when connecting to SLD (SLD not accessible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S04073 - Error occurred when connecting to SLD (SLD not accessible) ?

  The SAP error message S04073 indicates that there is an issue with connecting to the System Landscape Directory (SLD). This error typically arises when the SLD is not accessible, which can be due to various reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  SLD Service Down: The SLD service may not be running or may have crashed.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the SLD.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the SLD in the SAP system may be incorrect.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking access to the SLD.
  SLD URL Issues: The URL configured for the SLD may be incorrect or outdated.
  Authentication Issues: There may be issues with user authentication or permissions to access the SLD.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check SLD Status: Ensure that the SLD service is up and running. You can do this by accessing the SLD directly through a web browser.
  Verify Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the SAP system and the SLD. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  Review Configuration: Check the SLD configuration in the SAP system. This can typically be done in transaction SICF or by reviewing the configuration files.
  Firewall Settings: Ensure that any firewalls or security settings allow traffic to and from the SLD.
  Update SLD URL: Verify and update the SLD URL in the SAP system configuration if it has changed.
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user account being used to connect to the SLD has the necessary permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SICF (to check HTTP services) and SLDADMIN (for SLD administration) to troubleshoot further.
  Logs: Check the logs for more detailed error messages. You can look at the developer trace files (transaction ST11) or the application logs (transaction SLG1).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to SLD connectivity.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SLD configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the S04073 error. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.