How To Fix SHTTP104 - Virtual Host Number is missing!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Virtual Host Number is missing!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP104 - Virtual Host Number is missing! ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP104: Virtual Host Number is missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Application Server (WAS) or when configuring the SAP Internet Communication Framework (ICF). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a virtual host configuration for the specified service or application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The virtual host number is not defined in the SAP system configuration. This can happen if the virtual host settings were not set up correctly during the installation or configuration of the SAP system.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being accessed may not match any of the defined virtual hosts in the system.
  Profile Issues: The instance profile may not have the correct settings for the virtual host.
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing the system from recognizing the virtual host.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Virtual Host Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SICF (SAP Internet Communication Framework).
  Navigate to the relevant service and check if the virtual host is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the virtual host number is defined and matches the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Define Virtual Host:
  
  If the virtual host is missing, you can define it in the SICF transaction.
  Right-click on the service and select "Create" or "Change" to add the virtual host number.
  
  
  
  Check Instance Profile:
  
  Use transaction RZ10 to check the instance profile settings.
  Ensure that the parameters related to the virtual host are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review URL:
  
  Verify that the URL you are using to access the service is correct and matches the defined virtual host.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  After making changes, restart the relevant SAP services or the entire SAP system to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring virtual hosts and the Internet Communication Framework.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to virtual host configurations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and troubleshooting tips from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SHTTP104 error and ensure that your SAP system is correctly configured to handle requests through the specified virtual host.