How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG221 - Hierarchy error during KPRO HEAD call in 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: 221

• Message text: Hierarchy error during KPRO HEAD call in URL indexing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG221 - Hierarchy error during KPRO HEAD call in URL indexing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG221 typically indicates a hierarchy error during a KPRO (Knowledge Provider) HEAD call in the context of URL indexing. This error can occur in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment when there are issues related to the hierarchy structure of the documents being indexed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The error may arise if there are inconsistencies or issues in the hierarchy structure of the documents being indexed. This could be due to missing parent-child relationships or incorrect configurations in the KPRO settings.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the KPRO configuration or the Enterprise Search configuration can lead to this error.
  Data Integrity Issues: If the data being indexed has integrity issues, such as missing or corrupt entries, it can trigger this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for accessing certain documents or hierarchies can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Review the hierarchy configuration in KPRO to ensure