How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN170 - Could not determine HANA nodes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Could not determine HANA nodes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN170 - Could not determine HANA nodes ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN170: Could not determine HANA nodes typically indicates an issue with the connection or configuration of the SAP HANA database within the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or other related applications. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the application server and the HANA database.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings for the HANA database in the SAP system might be incorrect or incomplete.
  HANA Database Down: The HANA database might be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  User Permissions: The user account being used to connect to the HANA database may not have the necessary permissions.
  HANA Instance Not Registered: The HANA instance may not be properly registered in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the application server can reach the HANA database server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  Verify that the correct ports are open and not blocked by firewalls.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the HANA database connection. This includes verifying the connection parameters such as host, port, and instance number.
  Ensure that the HANA database is correctly defined in the SAP Landscape Management (SLM) or in the relevant configuration files.
  
  
  
  Check HANA Database Status:
  
  Log in to the HANA database using HANA Studio or a similar tool to check if the database is up and running.
  If the database is down, restart it or contact your database administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Verify User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account used for the connection has the necessary roles and privileges to access the HANA database.
  You may need to consult with your HANA database administrator to verify and adjust user permissions.
  
  
  
  Check HANA Instance Registration:
  
  Ensure that the HANA instance is properly registered in the SAP system. You can check this in the SAP HANA Studio or through the SAP system configuration.
  If the instance is not registered, you may need to register it manually.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide patches, updates, or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.