How To Fix ESH_TST_SMK_MSG049 - Expected connector did not return results

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TST_SMK_MSG - Smoke Test

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Expected connector did not return results

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG049 - Expected connector did not return results ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG049 ("Expected connector did not return results") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search. This error indicates that a search query was executed, but the expected results from a specific connector were not returned. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Connector Configuration Issues: The connector responsible for fetching data may not be properly configured or may be inactive.
  Data Availability: The data that the connector is supposed to retrieve may not exist or may not be indexed correctly.
  Search Query Issues: The search query may be malformed or may not match any records in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the search may not have the necessary permissions to access the data.
  System Performance: The system may be experiencing performance issues, leading to timeouts or failures in retrieving results.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Verify that the connector is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the connector is active and properly connected to the data source.
  
  
  
  Reindex Data:
  
  If the data is not available, consider reindexing the data to ensure that all relevant records are included in the search index.
  
  
  
  Review Search Queries:
  
  Analyze the search query being executed to ensure it is correctly formed and matches the expected data.
  Test the query directly against the database to see if it returns results.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data being searched.
  Review role assignments and permissions related to the search functionality.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Check system logs and performance metrics to identify any issues that may be affecting the search functionality.
  Consider optimizing the system or increasing resources if performance issues are detected.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or HANA Search for detailed information on connectors and search configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG049.