How To Fix ESH_CHECK_CONN016 - Attr. of request &1, connector &2 do not match buffer attributes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CHECK_CONN - Check connector consistency

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Attr. of request &1, connector &2 do not match buffer attributes

What causes this issue?

It looks like the runtime buffer is currently refreshed. So not all the
data to the connectors are already available in the runtime buffer.

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?

Restart the Consistency Check for the connector at a later point in
time.

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_CHECK_CONN016 - Attr. of request &1, connector &2 do not match buffer attributes ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CHECK_CONN016 indicates that there is a mismatch between the attributes of a request and the attributes of the connector in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH). This typically occurs when the configuration of the search connector does not align with the expected attributes of the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Attribute Mismatch: The attributes defined in the request (such as data types, lengths, or formats) do not match those defined in the connector configuration.
  Connector Configuration Issues: The connector may not be properly configured to handle the specific attributes of the data source.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been changes in the underlying data model or structure, the connector may not have been updated accordingly.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between different versions of SAP components or connectors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Connector Configuration: Review the configuration of the connector in the SAP ESH settings. Ensure that the attributes defined in the connector match those expected by the request.
  Update Attributes: If there have been changes to the data model, update the connector attributes to reflect these changes.
  Recreate the Request: If the request was created before the connector was configured, try recreating the request after ensuring the connector is correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific connector you are using to ensure that all required attributes are correctly defined.
  Test with Sample Data: Use sample data to test the connector and request to identify where the mismatch occurs.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system and connectors are up to date with the latest patches and updates, as these may resolve compatibility issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the mismatch.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the ESH_CHECK_CONN016 error in your SAP system.