How To Fix ESH_IF_INA000 - Parameter missing: Indicate Connector or Category

ESH_IF_INA000 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IF_INA - ES-InA-Adapter: Messages

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Parameter missing: Indicate Connector or Category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IF_INA000 - Parameter missing: Indicate Connector or Category ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IF_INA000: Parameter missing: Indicate Connector or Category typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Information Access (INA) framework. This error indicates that a required parameter, either the connector or the category, has not been provided in the request.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameters: The error is primarily caused by a missing or incorrectly specified parameter in the API call or configuration settings. The system expects either a connector or a category to be specified, and if neither is provided, it raises this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the search connectors or categories in the SAP system.
  Incorrect API Usage: If you are using an API to access the search functionality, the request may not be formatted correctly, leading to missing parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check API Request: If you are making an API call, ensure that you are including the required parameters. Verify that you