How To Fix XS097 - Specify Mail Host and Mail Port for Node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Specify Mail Host and Mail Port for Node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XS097 - Specify Mail Host and Mail Port for Node ?

  The SAP error message "XS097 Specify Mail Host and Mail Port for Node" typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA XS (Extended Services) when the system is trying to send an email but the mail server configuration is incomplete or missing. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the mail host and port, which are required to send emails.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The mail host and port settings are not configured in the SAP HANA system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing configuration may be incorrect or pointing to a non-existent mail server.
  Node Configuration: The specific node in the XS application may not have the mail settings defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to configure the mail settings in the SAP HANA XS environment. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the XS Admin Console:
  
  Log in to the SAP HANA XS Admin Console.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant node or application where the mail settings need to be configured.
  
  
  
  Set Mail Host and Port:
  
  Specify the mail host (SMTP server) and the mail port (usually 25, 465, or 587 depending on your mail server configuration).
  This can typically be done in the xs-app.json file or through the XS configuration settings.
  
  Example configuration in xs-app.json:
  {
      "mail": {
          "host": "smtp.example.com",
          "port": 587
      }
  }
  
  
  Save and Restart:
  
  After making the changes, save the configuration and restart the XS application or the HANA server if necessary.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After restarting, test the email functionality to ensure that the configuration is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for detailed instructions on configuring mail settings.
  SMTP Server: Ensure that the SMTP server you are using is accessible from the SAP HANA system and that any necessary firewall rules are in place.
  Authentication: If your SMTP server requires authentication, make sure to include the necessary credentials in the configuration.
  Logs: Check the XS logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XS097 error and successfully configure email sending capabilities in your SAP HANA XS environment.