How To Fix /STTPEC/ODATA006 - Failed to get local host and port for protocol '&1' (rc='&2')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/ODATA -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Failed to get local host and port for protocol '&1' (rc='&2')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/ODATA006 - Failed to get local host and port for protocol '&1' (rc='&2') ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/ODATA006 Failed to get local host and port for protocol '&1' (rc='&2') typically indicates an issue with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying network settings. This error can occur when the system is unable to resolve the local host or port for the specified protocol, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Network Configuration Issues: The hostname or IP address may not be correctly configured in the system's network settings.
  Service Not Running: The OData service or the relevant backend service may not be running or may have crashed.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewall rules or security settings may be blocking access to the required ports.
  Incorrect Protocol Specification: The protocol specified in the error message may be incorrect or not supported.
  DNS Resolution Issues: The system may be unable to resolve the hostname due to DNS issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that the hostname and IP address are correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the local host can be resolved correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Status:
  
  Check if the OData service is running. You can do this by accessing the service URL directly in a web browser or using tools like Postman.
  Restart the service if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall Settings:
  
  Ensure that the firewall settings allow traffic on the required ports for the OData service.
  If applicable, check any security groups or network access control lists (ACLs).
  
  
  
  Check Protocol Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for the protocol specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly set up in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  DNS Troubleshooting:
  
  Test DNS resolution from the server where the SAP system is running. Use commands like ping or nslookup to verify that the hostname resolves correctly.
  If there are issues, consider updating the DNS settings or adding the hostname to the local hosts file.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team, as they can provide deeper insights into system configurations and network settings.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the error message.