How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG102 - Check destinations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Check destinations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG102 - Check destinations ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG102, which states "Check destinations," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the search destinations, which are necessary for the system to retrieve data from various sources.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Destination Configuration: The destination settings for the search services may not be correctly configured or may be missing.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing the system from reaching the configured destinations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configured destinations.
  Service Availability: The services that the destinations point to may be down or not available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM59 to check the RFC destinations.
  Ensure that the destinations used by the Enterprise Search are correctly configured and active.
  Test the connection to the destinations to ensure they are reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Search Configuration:
  
  Access the transaction ESH_COCKPIT to review the configuration of the search services.
  Ensure that the search connectors and their respective destinations are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing access to the destinations.
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the destination servers.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search services and the underlying data sources.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Service Availability:
  
  Confirm that the services that the destinations point to are up and running.
  If applicable, check the logs of the services for any errors or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search for detailed configuration steps and troubleshooting guidelines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_FL_MSG102 error in your SAP system.