How To Fix SCLNT_HTTP424 - HTTP proxy denies connection (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_FORBIDDEN)

SCLNT_HTTP424 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 424

• Message text: HTTP proxy denies connection (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_FORBIDDEN)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCLNT_HTTP424 - HTTP proxy denies connection (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_FORBIDDEN) ?

  The SAP error message SCLNT_HTTP424 with the description "HTTP proxy denies connection (ICM_HTTP_PROXY_FORBIDDEN)" indicates that the HTTP proxy server is denying the connection request from the SAP system. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes
  
  
  Proxy 
  Configuration Issues: The proxy settings in the SAP system may be incorrect or incomplete. This includes incorrect proxy server address, port, or authentication details.
  
  
  Access Control: The proxy server may have access control rules that deny connections from the SAP system's IP address or hostname.
  
  
  Authentication Failure: If the proxy requires authentication, and the credentials provided by the SAP system are incorrect or missing, the proxy will deny the connection.
  
  
  Firewall Restrictions: A firewall may be blocking the connection between the SAP system and the proxy server.
  
  
  Proxy Server Issues: The proxy server itself may be down or misconfigured, leading to connection denials.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Proxy Configuration:
  
  Verify the proxy settings