How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG303 - Local connection is already defined for system '&1' and client '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Local connection is already defined for system '&1' and client '&2'

What causes this issue?

Data base table 'ESH_ADM_RFC_CONN' contains an entry that does not fit
to the current system Id and client.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use task list SAP_ESH_RESET to reset Enterprise Search to initial state
in the working client. Then use task list
SAP_ESH_INITIAL_SETUP_WRK_CLIENT to setup the working client.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG303 - Local connection is already defined for system '&1' and client '&2' ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG303 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a local connection for a specific system and client in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to define a local connection that already exists for the specified system and client.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Configuration: A local connection for the same system and client has already been defined in the SAP ESH configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration Attempt: The user is trying to create a new local connection without first checking if it already exists.
  System or Client Misconfiguration: There may be a misunderstanding regarding the system or client identifiers being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Connections:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration area and check the list of existing local connections.
  Verify if a local connection for the specified system (&1) and client (&2) already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Connection:
  
  If a connection already exists and you need to change its configuration, modify the existing connection instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing connection is no longer needed, consider deleting it before attempting to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers:
  
  Ensure that the system and client identifiers you are using to create a new local connection are unique and do not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to understand the correct procedures for managing local connections.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify local connections in the SAP ESH configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_ADM_MSG303 error and successfully manage your local connections in SAP ESH.