How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG135 - Connector does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Connector does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG135 - Connector does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG135 ("Connector does not exist") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search functionalities. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified connector that is required for the search functionality to operate correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Connector Configuration: The connector that is being referenced in the search configuration may not be set up or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Connector Name: The name of the connector specified in the search configuration may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the connector was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or configured in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the connector.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes in the system, such as upgrades or modifications, may have affected the availability of the connector.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration of the connectors in the relevant transaction (e.g., EHS_FL_COCKPIT or EHS_FL_CONNECTOR).
  Ensure that the connector you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Connector Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the connector in your search configuration to ensure it matches the actual connector name in the system.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Activate Connector:
  
  If the connector is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it was previously deactivated.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the connector was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the connector. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  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 this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review 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 the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.