How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP053 - Connector for &1 exists but is not available at runtime

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Connector for &1 exists but is not available at runtime

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP053 - Connector for &1 exists but is not available at runtime ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP053 indicates that a connector for a specific data source exists in the system, but it is not available for use at runtime. This can occur in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or when working with Core Data Services (CDS) views.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Connector Configuration Issues: The connector may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the connector.
  System or Service Availability: The backend service or system that the connector is supposed to connect to may be down or not reachable.
  Transport Issues: If the connector was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully activated or configured in the target system.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the connector and the underlying data source.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration of the connector in the relevant transaction (e.g., Esh_Cds_Connector).
  Ensure that the connector is activated and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the connector and the underlying data source.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check System Availability:
  
  Verify that the backend system or service that the connector is supposed to connect to is up and running.
  Check network connectivity if the connector is supposed to connect to an external system.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the connector was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be bug fixes related to connectors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for any specific configuration or troubleshooting steps related to the connector in question.
  
  
  
  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 additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as Esh_Cds_Connector, SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for further investigation.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (e.g., SM21) and traces (e.g., ST22 for dumps) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP053 error message.