How To Fix SHTTP826 - Invalid virtual host name: &1

SHTTP826 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 826

• Message text: Invalid virtual host name: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP826 - Invalid virtual host name: &1 ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP826, which states "Invalid virtual host name: &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Web Application Server (WAS) or when using the SAP Internet Communication Manager (ICM). This error indicates that the system is unable to resolve or recognize the specified virtual host name.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The virtual host name specified in the SAP system configuration may be incorrect or not properly defined.
  DNS Issues: The DNS server may not be able to resolve the virtual host name to an IP address.
  Network Configuration: There may be issues with the network configuration, such as firewall settings or routing problems that prevent access to the specified host.
  Host File Entries: The host file on the server may not contain the correct entries for the virtual host name.
  ICM Settings: The Internet Communication Manager (ICM) settings may not be properly configured to handle the specified virtual host.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
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