How To Fix SWFHTTP031 - Proxy settings cannot be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWFHTTP - Messages for Handlers

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Proxy settings cannot be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWFHTTP031 - Proxy settings cannot be read ?

  The SAP error message SWFHTTP031, which states "Proxy settings cannot be read," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the HTTP proxy settings in the SAP system. This can prevent the system from accessing external resources, such as web services or APIs, that require a proxy for internet connectivity.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Proxy Configuration: The proxy settings in the SAP system may be incorrectly configured or missing.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues that prevent the SAP system from reaching the proxy server.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account running the SAP application may not have the necessary permissions to access the proxy settings.
  SAP Kernel Issues: There may be a problem with the SAP kernel version that is causing issues with reading the proxy settings.
  Missing or Corrupted Configuration Files: The configuration files that store proxy settings may be missing or corrupted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Proxy Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SICF and check the HTTP service configuration.
  Ensure that the proxy settings are correctly defined in the RZ10 transaction (for profile parameters) or in the RZ11 transaction (for dynamic parameters).
  Look for parameters like icm/HTTP/proxy_host and icm/HTTP/proxy_port.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that the SAP system can reach the proxy server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the proxy host and port.
  Check firewall settings to ensure that they are not blocking access to the proxy.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the proxy settings.
  Check the authorization roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Update SAP Kernel:
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to the SAP kernel, consider updating to the latest version or applying relevant patches.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Files:
  
  Check for the presence and integrity of configuration files related to proxy settings. If they are missing or corrupted, you may need to restore them from a backup or recreate them.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring HTTP proxy settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: Maintain HTTP Services
  RZ10: Edit Profile Parameters
  RZ11: Display and Maintain Profile Parameters
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.