How To Fix S_UNIFIED_CON085 - Virtual host &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_UNIFIED_CON - Message Class for Unified Connectivity

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Virtual host &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON085 - Virtual host &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON085 indicates that a virtual host specified in your configuration does not exist. This error typically arises in scenarios involving SAP's Unified Connectivity (UCON) framework, which is used for managing connections to various systems.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The virtual host name specified in the configuration does not match any existing virtual host in the system.
  Missing Virtual Host: The virtual host has not been created or registered in the system.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the virtual host name in the configuration settings.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing the system from recognizing the virtual host.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings where the virtual host is defined. Ensure that the name matches exactly with the registered virtual host.
  
  
  
  Create/Verify Virtual Host:
  
  If the virtual host does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the SAP system configuration settings or through transaction codes related to network configuration.
  If it exists, ensure that it is properly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check for any typos in the virtual host name in your configuration files or settings.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the network settings are correctly configured and that there are no issues preventing the system from accessing the virtual host.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing virtual hosts in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SICF (for Internet Communication Framework) or SMICM (for Internet Communication Manager) that may help in managing virtual hosts.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Unified Connectivity and virtual host management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the S_UNIFIED_CON085 error message.