How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG088 - Specify a connection GUID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Specify a connection GUID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG088 - Specify a connection GUID ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG088 with the description "Specify a connection GUID" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when a required connection identifier (GUID) is not provided or is missing in the configuration or execution of a search operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Connection GUID: The error indicates that the system expects a connection GUID to be specified, but it is either not provided or incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search connection in the SAP system, leading to the absence of a valid GUID.
  Incorrect API Call: If you are using an API or a programmatic approach to initiate a search, the connection GUID may not be passed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH configuration settings and ensure that the connection settings are properly defined.
  Verify that the connection GUID is correctly set up in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., in the ESH administration settings).
  
  
  
  Specify the Connection GUID:
  
  If you are executing a search or an operation that requires a connection GUID, ensure that you are providing the correct GUID in your request.
  If you are using a custom program or API, check the code to ensure that the GUID is being passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to understand the requirements for connection GUIDs and how to configure them properly.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be bug fixes related to this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and ensuring the GUID is specified, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring and managing SAP Enterprise Search.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ESH_ADM_MSG088 and ensure that the connection GUID is properly specified in your SAP system.