How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG004 - Connector with key ID &1 type &2 could not be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG - Texts for resolution of urls or binary documents

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Connector with key ID &1 type &2 could not be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG004 - Connector with key ID &1 type &2 could not be found ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG004 indicates that a connector with a specific key ID and type could not be found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or when working with the SAP Search Connector Framework.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Connector Configuration: The specified connector may not be configured correctly or may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Key ID or Type: The key ID or type provided in the error message may be incorrect or may not match any existing connectors.
  Transport Issues: If the connector was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the connector.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration transaction (usually EshAdmin or similar).
  Verify that the connector with the specified key ID and type exists and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Key ID and Type:
  
  Ensure that the key ID and type you are using are correct. Cross-reference with the existing connectors in the system.
  
  
  
  Re-transport the Connector:
  
  If the connector was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the connector or manually configure it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the connector. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system may resolve temporary issues related to connector availability.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and connectors for detailed configuration and troubleshooting guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.