Apache Kafka Connect Elasticsearch sink connector version 7.0.0

The Apache Kafka Connect Elasticsearch sink connector has been upgraded to version 7.0.0. This update introduces significant improvements and compatibility enhancements with newer versions of Elasticsearch.

Key updates:

• The connector is now compatible with Elasticsearch versions 7.x onwards.
• Elasticsearch 8.x no longer supports the _type parameter, which affects data structure and queries. Update your Elasticsearch queries and data handling accordingly. Compatibility with Elasticsearch versions 6.x and earlier has been discontinued due to deprecated features and compatibility issues.
• This update applies only to the Apache Kafka Connect connector and does not affect the metric agent.

Action required:

If you currently use Elasticsearch version 6.x or earlier, you must upgrade to at least Elasticsearch version 7.x by applying the service maintenance updates to continue using this connector.

For details on how to use this connector, see Create a sink connector from Apache Kafka® to Elasticsearch.