How To Fix ESH_SEARCH203 - Error occurred in indexing: Logical port could not be determined

ESH_SEARCH203 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Error occurred in indexing: Logical port could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH203 - Error occurred in indexing: Logical port could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH203 indicates that there was an issue with indexing in the Enterprise Search (ESH) component of SAP. Specifically, the error states that the logical port could not be determined, which typically means that the system is unable to find the necessary configuration to connect to the relevant data source for indexing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Logical Port Configuration: The logical port that is supposed to be used for the indexing process may not be configured correctly or may be missing entirely.
  Service Definition Issues: The service definition for the logical port may not be properly set up or may have been changed.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical port or the underlying data source.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the data source.
  System Configuration Changes: Recent changes in system configuration or updates may have affected