How To Fix SHTTP052 - Incorrect name for service

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Incorrect name for service

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP052 - Incorrect name for service ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP052, which states "Incorrect name for service," typically occurs when there is a misconfiguration in the SAP Web Dispatcher or the Internet Communication Manager (ICM) settings. This error indicates that the service name specified in the configuration does not match any of the defined services or is incorrectly formatted.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Service Name: The service name specified in the configuration does not match the expected service name.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration files (like icm/HTTP/port or icm/HTTP/ssl/port) or in the SAP Web Dispatcher settings.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity or DNS resolution can also lead to this error.
  Service Not Running: The service that the SAP system is trying to access may not be running or may have crashed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the service name in the SAP Web Dispatcher or ICM configuration. Ensure that it matches the expected service name.
  Check the parameters in the instance profile (e.g., icm/HTTP/port and icm/HTTP/ssl/port) to ensure they are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  If the service is not running, restart the relevant SAP services (like ICM or Web Dispatcher) to ensure they are active.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the ICM logs (transaction SMICM) for any additional error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the service. Check firewall settings, DNS configurations, and network connectivity.
  
  
  
  Update SAP:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking for any available SAP Notes or updates that might address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed configuration guidelines and troubleshooting steps related to ICM and Web Dispatcher.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to SHTTP052.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  ICM and Web Dispatcher Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for ICM and Web Dispatcher for best practices in configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SHTTP052 error in your SAP environment.