How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG333 - CDS-based ES connectors could not be activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 333

• Message text: CDS-based ES connectors could not be activated

What causes this issue?

The CDS-based ES connectors could not be activated as the relevant lock
could not be obtained. Another activation process was running in
parallel.

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?

Execute report ESH_CDSABAP_ACTIVATION separately by setting the flag
"Activate All".

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_MSG333 - CDS-based ES connectors could not be activated ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG333 indicates that the CDS-based Enterprise Search (ES) connectors could not be activated. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search functionality, which relies on Core Data Services (CDS) views to provide search capabilities across various data sources.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete CDS Views: The required CDS views for the ES connectors may not be properly defined or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate the connectors or access the underlying data.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the Enterprise Search settings or the connectors themselves.
  System Issues: There could be underlying system issues, such as database inconsistencies or transport problems.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system or components may not be compatible with the CDS-based connectors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check CDS Views: Ensure that all required CDS views are correctly defined and activated. You can do this by navigating to the relevant CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or using transaction SE11.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate the connectors and access the data. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Configuration Review: Go through the configuration settings for the Enterprise Search and the specific connectors. Ensure that all settings are correct and complete.
  System Check: Perform a system check to identify any underlying issues. This may include checking for database inconsistencies or running system health checks.
  Transport Issues: If the connectors were recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all objects were included.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and CDS-based connectors for any additional troubleshooting steps or requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to activate the CDS-based ES connectors successfully.