How To Fix ESH_INTEGRATION251 - Delete all connectors before disconnecting a back-end system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_INTEGRATION - ESH Integration

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Delete all connectors before disconnecting a back-end system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION251 - Delete all connectors before disconnecting a back-end system ?

  The SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION251 indicates that you are trying to disconnect a back-end system from the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) without first deleting all associated connectors. This is a safeguard to ensure that there are no dangling references or incomplete configurations that could lead to inconsistencies in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to disconnect a back-end system that has active connectors associated with it.
  The connectors are responsible for integrating data from the back-end system into the SAP ESH.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Connectors:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration interface.
  Navigate to the section where connectors are managed.
  List all connectors associated with the back-end system you want to disconnect.
  
  
  
  Delete Connectors:
  
  For each active connector linked to the back-end system, select the connector and choose the option to delete or remove it.
  Ensure that you confirm the deletion if prompted.
  
  
  
  Verify Deletion:
  
  After deleting all connectors, verify that there are no remaining connectors associated with the back-end system.
  You can refresh the list of connectors to ensure that they have been successfully removed.
  
  
  
  Disconnect the Back-End System:
  
  Once all connectors have been deleted, you can proceed to disconnect the back-end system without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP ESH for detailed instructions on managing connectors and back-end systems.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide further context if you encounter issues during the deletion process.
  Backup: It is advisable to back up your configuration before making changes, especially in a production environment.
  Support: If you continue to face issues or if the connectors cannot be deleted for some reason, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_INTEGRATION251 error and successfully disconnect the back-end system from SAP ESH.