How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG188 - DPS related destination &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 188

• Message text: DPS related destination &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG188 - DPS related destination &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG188 indicates that a specific destination related to the Data Provisioning Service (DPS) does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP HANA or SAP Data Hub when the system is trying to access a destination that has not been configured or is incorrectly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Destination: The destination specified in the error message does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination may exist but is not configured correctly, leading to connectivity issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the destination.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the destination name when it was referenced in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP HANA cockpit or the relevant administration tool where destinations are configured.
  Verify that the destination mentioned in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new destination with the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If the destination exists, check its configuration settings (URL, authentication method, etc.) to ensure they are correct.
  Make sure that the destination is active and reachable.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account trying to access the destination has the necessary authorizations.
  Check roles and permissions related to the destination.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use the test functionality available in the destination configuration to ensure that the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for setting up destinations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring destinations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Version Specifics: Ensure that you are aware of any version-specific changes or requirements related to the Data Provisioning Service and destination configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG188 and ensure that the necessary destination is correctly configured and accessible.