How To Fix ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI001 - Incorrect search connector type: '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI - Message for ESH-BI Administration

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Incorrect search connector type: '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI001 - Incorrect search connector type: '&1' ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI001 indicates that there is an issue with the search connector type being used in the Enterprise Search (ES) configuration. The message typically states that the search connector type specified is incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The search connector type specified in the configuration might be incorrect or not supported.
  Missing Connector: The required search connector might not be installed or activated in the system.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the connector type name in the configuration settings.
  Version Compatibility: The connector type may not be compatible with the version of SAP you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the search connector in the SAP system. Ensure that the connector type specified is valid and correctly spelled.
  Verify Installed Connectors: Check if the required search connector is installed and activated in your SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP GUI.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to ensure that you are using the correct connector type and that it is supported in your version of SAP.
  Update or Install Connectors: If the required connector is missing, you may need to install or update it. This may involve downloading the necessary components from the SAP Marketplace or using the Software Update Manager (SUM).
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this issue. Sometimes, specific bugs or issues are documented by SAP, and applying a patch can resolve the problem.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant configuration details.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for Enterprise Search and connectors to understand the expected configurations and supported types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.