How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG298 - Indexing of '&1' is via connector '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Indexing of '&1' is via connector '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG298 - Indexing of '&1' is via connector '&2' ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG298 indicates that there is an issue related to the indexing of a specific data source in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. The message typically states that the indexing of a particular object (denoted by &1) is being handled through a specific connector (denoted by &2).
  Cause:
  
  Connector Configuration: The connector specified may not be properly configured or may not be functioning as expected.
  Indexing Issues: There could be issues with the data source itself, such as connectivity problems, data format issues, or permissions that prevent successful indexing.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may not be set up correctly to handle the indexing for the specified data source.
  Data Source Availability: The data source might be unavailable or not accessible at the time of indexing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Verify that the connector specified in the error message is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings for the connector are properly set.
  
  
  
  Review Indexing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration settings and check the indexing settings for the specified data source.
  Ensure that the data source is active and that the indexing job is scheduled correctly.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Look for logs related to the connector and the data source.
  
  
  
  Test Data Source Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the data source is accessible and that there are no network issues preventing the connection.
  Test the connection to the data source from the SAP system to confirm it is reachable.
  
  
  
  Permissions Check:
  
  Verify that the user account used for indexing has the necessary permissions to access the data source and perform indexing operations.
  
  
  
  Re-indexing:
  
  If the issue persists, consider re-indexing the data source. This can sometimes resolve issues related to stale or corrupted index data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific connector and data source for any additional troubleshooting steps or configuration guidelines.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the problem cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_ADM_MSG298 error message in your SAP system.