How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN068 - Could not instantiate ESH connectivity: Parameter &1 not supplied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Could not instantiate ESH connectivity: Parameter &1 not supplied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN068 - Could not instantiate ESH connectivity: Parameter &1 not supplied ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN068 indicates that there is an issue with the connectivity parameters required for the Enterprise Search (ESH) to connect to the HANA database. The specific message "Parameter &1 not supplied" suggests that a required parameter is missing in the configuration.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration Parameters: Required parameters for establishing a connection to the HANA database are not provided in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The parameters that are supplied may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or the environment that prevent the parameters from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the ESH configuration settings in your SAP system.
  Ensure that all required parameters for HANA connectivity are correctly defined. This typically includes parameters like the HANA database host, port, user credentials, and any other necessary connection details.
  
  
  
  Review the Parameter:
  
  Identify which specific parameter is indicated by &1 in the error message. This will give you a clue about what is missing.
  If the error message does not specify the parameter, you may need to review the documentation or configuration guide for ESH to identify the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or other tools to test the connectivity to the HANA database using the parameters you have configured. This can help identify if the issue is with the parameters or the database itself.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account being used for the connection has the necessary permissions to access the HANA database.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for ESH and HANA connectivity for any specific requirements or troubleshooting steps related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and parameters, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that the version of ESH you are using is compatible with the version of HANA you have installed.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed guides on configuring ESH and HANA connectivity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the ESH_HANA_ADMIN068 error.