How To Fix SDTS_MAP006 - SDTS: 'Host Name' not found: &1&2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDTS_MAP - SDTS_BADI_MAP - Messages for Downtime Mgmt Key Mapping

• Message number: 006

• Message text: SDTS: 'Host Name' not found: &1&2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDTS_MAP006 - SDTS: 'Host Name' not found: &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message SDTS_MAP006 indicates that the system is unable to resolve the specified host name. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving network communication, such as when trying to connect to an external system or service.
  Cause:
  The error message SDTS_MAP006 with the description 'Host Name' not found: &1&2&3&4 suggests that the host name provided in the configuration or during the execution of a transaction is not recognized or cannot be resolved to an IP address. Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect Host Name: The host name specified may be misspelled or incorrect.
  DNS Issues: The Domain Name System (DNS) may not be able to resolve the host name to an IP address.
  Network Configuration: There may be issues with the network configuration, such as firewall settings or routing problems.
  Host Not Available: The target host may be down or not reachable due to network issues.
  SAP Configuration: The SAP system may not be properly configured to communicate with the specified host.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SDTS_MAP006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify Host Name:
  
  Check the host name for any typos or errors. Ensure that it is correctly specified in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test DNS Resolution:
  
  Use command-line tools (like ping, nslookup, or dig) to check if the host name can be resolved from the SAP server. For example:
  nslookup <hostname>
  
  If the host name cannot be resolved, you may need to check your DNS settings or add the host name to the /etc/hosts file (on Unix/Linux) or C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts file (on Windows).
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP server has network connectivity to the target host. You can use ping <hostname> to check if the host is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules that might be blocking access to the target host.
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration:
  
  Review the SAP configuration settings related to the connection. Ensure that all parameters are correctly set up in transaction codes like SM59 (for RFC destinations) or any relevant configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs and system logs for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Network Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your network administrator to investigate any underlying network issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SICF: For managing HTTP services.
  ST22: For analyzing dumps.
  SM21: For checking system logs.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for more detailed troubleshooting steps related to network connectivity and RFC issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SDTS_MAP006 error in your SAP system.