How To Fix ESH_POST_INSTALL018 - ABAP system &1 &2 was registered as a data supplier in the SLD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_POST_INSTALL - ESH Post Installation

• Message number: 018

• Message text: ABAP system &1 &2 was registered as a data supplier in the SLD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_POST_INSTALL018 - ABAP system &1 &2 was registered as a data supplier in the SLD ?

  The SAP error message ESH_POST_INSTALL018 indicates that an ABAP system has been registered as a data supplier in the System Landscape Directory (SLD). This message typically arises during the installation or configuration of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or when there are issues with the SLD configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect SLD Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to communicate with the SLD.
  Duplicate Registration: The ABAP system might already be registered as a data supplier, leading to conflicts.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing proper communication with the SLD.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to register or access the SLD.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check SLD Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SLD is correctly configured in your SAP system. This includes checking the SLD URL and ensuring that the SLD is reachable from the ABAP system.
  Use transaction SLD1 to check the SLD settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Registration:
  
  Check if the ABAP system is already registered in the SLD. You can do this by accessing the SLD and looking for the system in the list of registered systems.
  If it is already registered, you may need to remove the duplicate entry or update the existing registration.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the ABAP system from reaching the SLD. You can test connectivity using tools like ping or telnet to the SLD host and port.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user or service account used for the registration has the necessary authorizations to perform the registration in the SLD.
  
  
  
  Re-register the System:
  
  If necessary, you can try to unregister the system from the SLD and then re-register it. This can often resolve issues related to stale or incorrect registrations.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the SLD logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and SLD configuration for detailed guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_POST_INSTALL018 error message.