How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG194 - Search term not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Search term not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG194 - Search term not found ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG194: Search term not found typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when a user attempts to search for a term that does not exist in the search index. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Indexing Issues: The search term may not have been indexed yet. This can happen if the data source has not been updated or if the indexing process has not been executed.
  Incorrect Search Term: The search term entered may be misspelled or not formatted correctly.
  Data Availability: The data that should contain the search term may not be available in the system or may have been deleted.
  Search Configuration: The search configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to certain terms not being searchable.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the data that contains the search term.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Reindexing: Ensure that the relevant data sources are indexed. You can do this by running the indexing job in the SAP ESH administration. This will update the search index with the latest data.
  Check Search Term: Verify the spelling and format of the search term. Try using different variations or synonyms of the term.
  Data Verification: Check if the data that should contain the search term is present in the system. If it has been deleted or is not available, you may need to restore it.
  Review Configuration: Check the search configuration settings in the SAP ESH administration to ensure that the search term is included in the indexed data.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to review the user roles and permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the ESH and the error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.