How To Fix SHTTP252 - Virtual host &1 does not yet exist in transaction SICF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Virtual host &1 does not yet exist in transaction SICF

What causes this issue?

Check whether the virtual host exists in transaction SICF.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create the virtual host in transaction SICF.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP252 - Virtual host &1 does not yet exist in transaction SICF ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP252 indicates that a virtual host specified in the system does not exist in the transaction SICF (SAP Internet Communication Framework). This typically occurs when you are trying to access a service or application that is configured to use a specific virtual host that has not been set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Virtual Host Configuration: The specified virtual host is not defined in the SICF transaction.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being accessed may be incorrect or may not match any configured virtual host.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the virtual host may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SHTTP252 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Virtual Host Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SICF.
  In the SICF screen, navigate to the "Host" section.
  Check if the virtual host you are trying to access is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a Virtual Host:
  
  In SICF, click on the "Create" button.
  Enter the name of the virtual host you need to create.
  Configure the necessary parameters (like the host name, port, etc.) according to your requirements.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Activate the Service:
  
  After creating the virtual host, ensure that the relevant services are activated under this virtual host.
  You can do this by navigating to the service you want to activate and ensuring it is set to "Active".
  
  
  
  Check URL:
  
  Verify that the URL you are using to access the service is correct and matches the configuration in SICF.
  
  
  
  Transport Considerations:
  
  If the configuration was transported from another system, ensure that the transport included the virtual host settings. If not, you may need to manually create the virtual host in the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SICF Transaction: This transaction is used to manage HTTP services in SAP. You can create, modify, and delete services and virtual hosts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on configuring virtual hosts and services in SICF.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SHTTP252 error and successfully configure the virtual host in your SAP system.