How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG212 - Bad storage type in HEAD call for KPRO during URL indexing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Bad storage type in HEAD call for KPRO during URL indexing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG212 - Bad storage type in HEAD call for KPRO during URL indexing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG212 indicates that there is a problem with the storage type during a HEAD call for KPRO (Knowledge Provider) while performing URL indexing in the Enterprise Search (ESH) environment. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find or access the specified storage type for the content being indexed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Storage Type Configuration: The storage type specified in the configuration may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Missing or Inaccessible Content: The content that is being indexed may not be available in the specified storage type, or there may be permission issues preventing access.
  KPRO Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the KPRO configuration itself, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  System or Network Issues: Temporary system or network issues could also lead to this error if the system cannot reach the storage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Verify the storage type settings in the KPRO configuration. Ensure that the storage type you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  You can check the storage type settings in transaction OAC0 (KPRO Administration).
  
  
  
  Validate Content Availability:
  
  Ensure that the content you are trying to index is available in the specified storage type. You can do this by checking the content repository settings and ensuring that the documents are correctly stored.
  
  
  
  Review KPRO Settings:
  
  Check the KPRO settings in transaction OAC3 to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account performing the indexing has the necessary permissions to access the storage type and the content.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-indexing:
  
  If the issue persists, consider re-indexing the affected content or performing a full re-index of the ESH to ensure that all content is correctly indexed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  KPRO (Knowledge Provider): A component in SAP that manages the storage and retrieval of documents and content.
  Enterprise Search (ESH): A search solution in SAP that allows users to search across various data sources within the SAP landscape.
  Content Repository: A storage location for documents and other content in SAP, which can be configured to use different storage types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG212 error.