How To Fix SCLNT_HTTP422 - Timeout for connection to HTTP proxy (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_TIMEOUT)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 422

• Message text: Timeout for connection to HTTP proxy (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_TIMEOUT)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCLNT_HTTP422 - Timeout for connection to HTTP proxy (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_TIMEOUT) ?

  The SAP error message SCLNT_HTTP422 indicates a timeout issue when trying to connect to an HTTP proxy. This error is associated with the Internet Communication Manager (ICM) in SAP systems, which handles HTTP and HTTPS requests.
  Cause:
  The ICM_HTTP_PROXY_TIMEOUT error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the HTTP proxy server.
  Proxy Configuration: The HTTP proxy settings in the SAP system may be incorrect or misconfigured.
  Proxy Server Down: The HTTP proxy server may be down or not responding.
  Timeout Settings: The timeout settings for the HTTP connection may be too low, causing the connection to time out before it can be established.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the proxy server.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCLNT_HTTP422 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the HTTP proxy server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  
  
  
  Verify Proxy Configuration:
  
  Check the HTTP proxy settings in the SAP system. You can do this in transaction SICF or by checking the profile parameters related to HTTP proxy settings (e.g., icm/HTTP/proxy).
  
  
  
  Test Proxy Server:
  
  Verify that the HTTP proxy server is up and running. You can try accessing it from a web browser or using command-line tools like curl or wget.
  
  
  
  Adjust Timeout Settings:
  
  If the timeout settings are too low, consider increasing the timeout values. You can adjust the parameters in the SAP profile, such as icm/HTTP/proxy_timeout.
  
  
  
  Check Firewall/Security Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules or security settings that are blocking the connection to the proxy server.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the ICM logs for more detailed error messages. You can find these logs in transaction SMICM under the "Trace" or "Log" sections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to ICM and HTTP proxy settings for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: For managing HTTP services.
  SMICM: For monitoring and managing the ICM.
  
  
  
  Profile Parameters:
  
  icm/HTTP/proxy: Defines the HTTP proxy server.
  icm/HTTP/proxy_timeout: Defines the timeout for the HTTP proxy connection.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to HTTP proxy timeouts.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SCLNT_HTTP422 error effectively.