How To Fix SCLNT_HTTP413 - Unknown proxy host name (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_HOST_UNKNOWN)

SCLNT_HTTP413 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCLNT_HTTP - Messages for HTTP Client for Respective Error Code

• Message number: 413

• Message text: Unknown proxy host name (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_HOST_UNKNOWN)

What causes this issue?

The host name of the proxy server is unknown.

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?

Make sure that the specified proxy server is visible and reachable.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCLNT_HTTP413 - Unknown proxy host name (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_HOST_UNKNOWN) ?

  The SAP error message SCLNT_HTTP413 with the description "Unknown proxy host name (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_HOST_UNKNOWN)" typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to resolve the hostname of the proxy server specified in the configuration. This can occur due to various reasons, such as incorrect proxy settings, network issues, or DNS resolution problems.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Proxy Configuration: The proxy settings in the SAP system may be incorrectly configured, leading to an unresolvable hostname.
  DNS Issues: The hostname of the proxy server may not be resolvable due to DNS configuration issues.
  Network Connectivity: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the proxy server.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking access to the proxy server.
  Proxy Server Down: The proxy server itself may be down or not reachable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Proxy Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the proxy settings in transaction SICF (Internet Communication Framework) or RZ10 (Profile Parameters).
  Ensure that the proxy