How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG252 - Model '&1' is not an application model or virtual model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Model '&1' is not an application model or virtual model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG252 - Model '&1' is not an application model or virtual model ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG252 indicates that the specified model (denoted by &1) is not recognized as a valid application model or virtual model within the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to access or manipulate a model that either does not exist or is not properly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Model Does Not Exist: The specified model name may be incorrect or the model may not have been created in the system.
  Model Type Mismatch: The model might not be defined as an application model or virtual model, leading to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the model in the SAP ESH settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified model.
  Transport Issues: If the model was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or properly set up in the target