How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG173 - Error during indexing for URL-related binary data: URL &1 not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Error during indexing for URL-related binary data: URL &1 not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG173 - Error during indexing for URL-related binary data: URL &1 not valid ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG173 indicates that there is an issue with indexing URL-related binary data, specifically that the URL provided is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when it attempts to index documents or data that are linked to a URL that cannot be accessed or is incorrectly formatted.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid URL Format: The URL may not conform to standard URL formatting rules, which can include missing protocols (like http:// or https://), incorrect characters, or spaces.
  Non-Accessible URL: The URL might point to a resource that is no longer available, has been moved, or is behind a firewall or requires authentication that is not being provided.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the URL.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to access external URLs, or there may be restrictions in place that prevent indexing of certain