How To Fix SWF_HTTP318 - Port '&1' does not exist

SWF_HTTP318 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_HTTP - Web Services in the Workflow: Server Functions

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Port '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_HTTP318 - Port '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SWF_HTTP318 indicates that there is an issue with the HTTP port configuration in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the specified port (denoted by '&1') does not exist or is not configured correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Port Configuration: The specified port may not be defined in the system's configuration.
  Service Not Running: The service associated with the specified port may not be running.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing access to the specified port.
  Firewall Restrictions: A firewall may be blocking access to the port.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the port number specified in the configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Port Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SMICM (ICM Monitor) in the SAP GUI.
  Check the configuration of the HTTP ports under the "Services" tab.
  Ensure that the port specified in the error message is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Status:
  
  Ensure that the HTTP service is running. You can check this in the ICM monitor