How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG179 - No connection of type SAP BO 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: 179

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

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The 'Maintain Connectivity' function is aborted.

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_MSG179 - No connection of type SAP BO Search can be created in this system ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG179 indicates that there is an issue with establishing a connection of type "SAP BO Search" (BusinessObjects Search) in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when integrating with SAP BusinessObjects.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The connection to SAP BusinessObjects may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the connection.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the BusinessObjects server.
  Incorrect Connection Parameters: The parameters used to define the connection (like hostname, port, etc.) may be incorrect.
  Service Not Running: The required services on the BusinessObjects server may not be running.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration settings for the BusinessObjects connection. Ensure that all parameters are correctly set.
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the service is properly registered.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage connections. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Test Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that the SAP system can reach the BusinessObjects server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the server and port.
  
  
  
  Review Connection Parameters:
  
  Double-check the connection parameters (hostname, port, etc.) in the configuration. Make sure they match the settings on the BusinessObjects side.
  
  
  
  Check BusinessObjects Services:
  
  Log in to the BusinessObjects server and ensure that all necessary services are running. Restart any services if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the logs in both the SAP system and the BusinessObjects server for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed steps on configuring the connection.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that the versions of SAP and BusinessObjects you are using are compatible with each other.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_ADM_MSG179 error message.