How To Fix SWDP_HELP_CENTER042 - No active connectors available for search for help

SWDP_HELP_CENTER042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_HELP_CENTER -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No active connectors available for search for help

What causes this issue?

There are no active connectors for the search for help.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You must configure the Help Center, and create and activate connectors.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_HELP_CENTER042 - No active connectors available for search for help ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_HELP_CENTER042 indicates that there are no active connectors available for searching help content in the SAP Help Center. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when trying to access help documentation or resources within SAP applications.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive or Misconfigured Connectors: The connectors that link the SAP system to the help content may not be active or properly configured.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the help content servers.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to access the help content, such as missing or incorrect settings in the SAP GUI or Web Application Server.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the help content.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system may not be compatible with the help content being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Connector Status:
  
  Go to transaction SICF and check if the relevant services for the help