How To Fix SRT_WSP247 - Enter a host name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Enter a host name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP247 - Enter a host name ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP247 ("Enter a host name") typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when configuring web service communication. This error indicates that a required hostname has not been provided in the configuration settings for a web service.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Missing Hostname: The configuration for the web service endpoint does not include a valid hostname.
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings for the web service might be incomplete or incorrectly specified.
  Network Issues: There may be underlying network issues that prevent the hostname from being resolved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SRT_WSP247 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP PI/PO where the web service is defined.
  Ensure that the hostname is correctly specified in the endpoint URL. The URL should include a valid hostname or IP address.
  
  
  
  Update the Endpoint:
  
  If the hostname is missing, add it to the configuration.
  Make sure that the format of the URL is correct (e.g., http://hostname:port/service).
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or nslookup from the server where SAP is running to check if the hostname can be resolved.
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules or network issues blocking access to the specified hostname.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  After making changes, it may be necessary to restart the relevant services or the entire SAP system to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring web services in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Version Specifics: Be aware that the steps may vary slightly depending on the version of SAP you are using (e.g., SAP PI 7.1, PO 7.5, etc.).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP247 error and successfully configure your web service communication in SAP.