How To Fix ESH_CHECK_CONN080 - Connector &1 is currently not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CHECK_CONN - Check connector consistency

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Connector &1 is currently not available

What causes this issue?

The connector &v1& is not 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?

If the Consistency Check for the connector &v1& is started in the
Cockpit immediately after the connector &v1& was created (also in the
Cockpit) a restart of the Cockpit is required after connector creation
and before Consistency Check. The restart of the Cockpit reloads the
runtime buffer and makes the connector &v1& available for Consistency
Check.

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_CHECK_CONN080 - Connector &1 is currently not available ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CHECK_CONN080 indicates that a specific connector (denoted as &1 in the message) is currently not available. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when using connectors to access external data sources.
  Causes:
  
  Connector Configuration Issues: The connector may not be properly configured or may have been disabled.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing access to the connector.
  Service Down: The service that the connector is trying to access may be down or not running.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the connector.
  System Maintenance: The system may be undergoing maintenance, leading to temporary unavailability of the connector.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Verify that the connector is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Ensure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  Ensure that the service associated with the connector is up and running.
  Restart the service if necessary.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check the network connection to ensure that there are no issues preventing access to the connector.
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the connector.
  Check roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific connector for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and found solutions.
  System Monitoring Tools: Utilize SAP monitoring tools to keep track of the health and status of connectors and services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_CHECK_CONN080 error message.