How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG258 - Search object connectors were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Search object connectors were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG258 - Search object connectors were deleted ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG258 indicates that search object connectors have been deleted in the Enterprise Search (ES) configuration. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in the system configuration, deletion of search connectors, or issues during system upgrades or migrations.
  Cause
  
  Manual Deletion: Search object connectors may have been manually deleted by an administrator.
  System Upgrade: During an upgrade, certain connectors may not be migrated properly.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the Enterprise Search or related components may lead to the deletion of connectors.
  Transport Issues: If the transport of configuration changes was not successful, it might lead to missing connectors.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the Enterprise Search Administration (transaction code ESH_ADMIN).
  Verify the configuration of the search object connectors. Ensure that the connectors you need are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Recreate Connectors:
  
  If connectors are missing, you may need to recreate them. This can be done through the Enterprise Search Administration interface.
  Use the appropriate settings and parameters to define the connectors as per your requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue occurred after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the connectors.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on why the connectors were deleted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for guidance on configuring and managing search object connectors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Enterprise Search: Understand the role of Enterprise Search in SAP and how it integrates with various data sources.
  Search Object Connectors: Familiarize yourself with the types of connectors available and their configurations.
  System Administration: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to manage and configure search connectors in your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the deletion of search object connectors in SAP.