How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG213 - Bad request 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: 213

• Message text: Bad request 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_MSG213 - Bad request in HEAD call for KPRO during URL indexing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG213 indicates that there is a "Bad request in HEAD call for KPRO during URL indexing." This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when it attempts to index URLs and encounters issues with the KPRO (Knowledge Provider) service.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid URL: The URL being indexed may be malformed or not accessible.
  KPRO Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the KPRO settings or the content repository.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the content.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing access to the URL.
  Content Not Available: The content that the URL points to may not be available or has been deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the URL: Verify that the URL being indexed is correct and accessible. You can try accessing it directly in a web browser.
  Review KPRO Configuration: Ensure that the KPRO settings are correctly configured. Check the content repository settings in transaction code OAC0 and ensure that the repository is active and properly set up.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or service account used for indexing has the necessary authorizations to access the content. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the roles assigned to the user.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection to ensure that there are no issues preventing access to the URL. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Content Availability: Verify that the content at the URL is still available and has not been moved or deleted. If the content is no longer available, you may need to update or remove the URL from the indexing list.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to ESH and KPRO.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.