How To Fix ESH_REMSEARCH018 - Error unregistering Data Sources

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_REMSEARCH - ES Remote Search

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Error unregistering Data Sources

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_REMSEARCH018 - Error unregistering Data Sources ?

  The SAP error message ESH_REMSEARCH018 indicates an issue with unregistering data sources in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error typically arises when there are problems with the configuration or the underlying data sources that are being managed by the Enterprise Search system.
  Causes:
  
  Data Source Configuration Issues: The data source you are trying to unregister may not be configured correctly or may have dependencies that prevent it from being unregistered.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to unregister the data source may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database that are causing the unregistering process to fail.
  Active Connections: If there are active connections or processes using the data source, it may not be possible to unregister it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the data source in the SAP ESH settings. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no errors in the configuration.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to unregister data sources. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Check for Active Processes: Ensure that there are no active processes or connections using the data source. If there are, you may need to terminate those processes before attempting to unregister.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Restart Services: Sometimes, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system can resolve transient issues that may be causing the error.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Enterprise Search Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to understand the architecture and configuration of data sources.
  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, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ESH_REMSEARCH018 error in your SAP system.