How To Fix ESH_CHECK_CONN037 - The default request of connector &1 is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CHECK_CONN - Check connector consistency

• Message number: 037

• Message text: The default request of connector &1 is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CHECK_CONN037 - The default request of connector &1 is inactive ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CHECK_CONN037 indicates that the default request of a connector is inactive. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when the system is trying to access a connector that is not currently active.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Connector: The connector specified in the error message is not active. This could be due to configuration issues or the connector being manually deactivated.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to use the specified connector, or the connector may not have been set up correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the connector was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Connector:
  
  Go to the SAP system and navigate to the SAP NetWeaver Administrator or the relevant transaction for managing connectors (e.g., EHS_CONNECTOR).
  Check the status of the connector mentioned in the error message.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the connector is properly configured. This includes checking the connection parameters, authentication settings, and any other relevant configurations.
  Review the settings in the SAP Enterprise Search configuration to ensure that the connector is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the connector was recently transported, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been imported and activated in the target system.
  Check for any missing dependencies that may need to be activated.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific connector you are using to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with the specific connector or 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.
  System Version: Ensure that you are aware of the version of SAP you are using, as solutions may vary between different versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ESH_CHECK_CONN037 and ensure that your connector is active and functioning correctly.