How To Fix ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG050 - RFC destination or DB connection to SAP HANA was not set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG - ESH Task Manager

• Message number: 050

• Message text: RFC destination or DB connection to SAP HANA was not set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG050 - RFC destination or DB connection to SAP HANA was not set ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG050 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination or the database connection to SAP HANA. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or when trying to access data from the SAP HANA database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination required for connecting to the SAP HANA database is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing RFC destination may be incorrectly configured, leading to connection issues.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection settings, such as incorrect credentials or network issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination or the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the RFC destination for SAP HANA is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, verify that the