How To Fix ESH_ADAPT_MSG017 - Could not create handler for log.port &1. Check if KM system is available

ESH_ADAPT_MSG017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADAPT_MSG - Adapter Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Could not create handler for log.port &1. Check if KM system is available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG017 - Could not create handler for log.port &1. Check if KM system is available ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG017 indicates that there is an issue with the Knowledge Management (KM) system, which is preventing the creation of a handler for the specified log port. This error typically arises in the context of Enterprise Search or when trying to access or manage content in the KM system.
  
  Cause:
  
  KM System Unavailability: The most common cause is that the KM system is not available or not properly configured. This could be due to network issues, system downtime, or misconfiguration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The log port specified in the error message may not be correctly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: There may be insufficient authorizations for the user trying to access the KM system.
  Service Issues: The relevant services or components of the KM system may not be running.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check KM System Availability:
  
  Ensure that the KM system is up and running. You can do this by checking the system logs or using