How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG177 - No connection of type SAP BO Legacy Search can be created in this system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 177

• Message text: No connection of type SAP BO Legacy Search can be created in this system

What causes this issue?

This system does not contain BI. Therefore<(>,<)> search connectors of
type SAP BO Legacy Search cannot be used in this system.

System Response

The 'Maintain Connectivity' function is aborted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG177 - No connection of type SAP BO Legacy Search can be created in this system ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG177 indicates that there is an issue with creating a connection of type "SAP BO Legacy Search" in your SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when integrating with SAP BusinessObjects (BO).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The connection type may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing parameters or incorrect settings in the configuration.
  System Compatibility: The version of SAP BusinessObjects may not be compatible with the version of the SAP system you are using.
  Authorization Issues: The user trying to create the connection may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as network problems or service unavailability, that prevent the connection from being established.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration settings for the SAP BO Legacy Search connection.
  Ensure that all required parameters are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Compatibility:
  
  Check the compatibility of the SAP BusinessObjects version with your SAP system version. Refer to the SAP Product Availability Matrix for details.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create connections. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction codes like SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Network and Service Checks:
  
  Ensure that the network connection between the SAP system and the SAP BusinessObjects server is stable and that the necessary services are running.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and BusinessObjects for any specific configuration steps or troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Enterprise Search: This is a search solution that allows users to search across various SAP and non-SAP data sources.
  SAP BusinessObjects: A suite of front-end applications that allow business users to view, sort, and analyze business intelligence data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EHS_ADMIN for administration tasks related to Enterprise Search.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.