How To Fix ESH_INTEGRATION232 - System is not a RemoteSearch proxy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_INTEGRATION - ESH Integration

• Message number: 232

• Message text: System is not a RemoteSearch proxy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION232 - System is not a RemoteSearch proxy ?

  The SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION232: System is not a RemoteSearch proxy typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when there is an issue with the configuration of the system that is supposed to act as a Remote Search proxy. This error indicates that the system you are trying to connect to is not recognized as a valid Remote Search proxy.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured as a Remote Search proxy in the SAP system settings.
  Missing or Incorrect RFC Destination: The Remote Function Call (RFC) destination may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Remote Search proxy.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the systems involved.
  Version Compatibility: The versions of the systems may not be compatible with each other for Remote Search functionality.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is correctly configured as a Remote Search proxy. This can be done in the SAP system settings under the relevant configuration for Enterprise Search.
  Verify that the system is listed as a Remote Search proxy in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the RFC destination that is supposed to connect to the Remote Search proxy.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform Remote Search operations. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check for any network issues that may be preventing communication between the systems. This may involve checking firewalls, network routes, and other connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Version Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the versions of the SAP systems involved are compatible with each other for Remote Search functionality. If necessary, consult SAP notes or documentation for version compatibility.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and Remote Search configuration for detailed steps and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it is impacting business operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_INTEGRATION232 error message.