How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN073 - Could not instantiate ESH connectivity: System ID &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Could not instantiate ESH connectivity: System ID &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN073 - Could not instantiate ESH connectivity: System ID &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN073 indicates that there is an issue with the connectivity to the SAP HANA system, specifically that the System ID (SID) provided is invalid. This error typically arises in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) configuration when the system is unable to establish a connection to the specified HANA database.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid System ID: The System ID (SID) specified in the configuration does not match any existing HANA system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the ESH settings or the HANA connection settings.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing access to the HANA system.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used to connect to the HANA system may not have the necessary permissions.
  HANA System Down: The HANA system might be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify System ID: Check the System ID configured in the ESH settings and ensure it matches the actual SID of the HANA system.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the ESH administration to ensure that all parameters are correctly set.
  Test Connectivity: Use tools like HANA Studio or SQL clients to test the connectivity to the HANA system using the same credentials and connection parameters.
  Check Network: Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the HANA system. This includes checking firewalls, VPNs, and other network configurations.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user account being used to connect to the HANA system has the necessary permissions to access the database.
  Check HANA System Status: Verify that the HANA system is up and running. You can check this through the HANA cockpit or other monitoring tools.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Logs: Review the application logs and HANA logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ESH and HANA connectivity for detailed configuration steps and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.