How To Fix ESH_CM_TBO015 - Usages for cross-system search have already been set up

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CM_TBO - Tagging-by-Object Models and Runtime

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Usages for cross-system search have already been set up

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CM_TBO015 - Usages for cross-system search have already been set up ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CM_TBO015 indicates that there are already existing usages configured for cross-system search in the Enterprise Search (ES) framework. This typically occurs when you attempt to set up or configure cross-system search settings that have already been established.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You try to create or modify a cross-system search configuration that already exists.
  There may be a misconfiguration or an attempt to duplicate an existing setup.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Configurations:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system (usually in the SAP NetWeaver or Enterprise Search settings).
  Review the existing cross-system search configurations to confirm that they are indeed set up.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Usages:
  
  If you need to change the existing configuration, instead of creating a new one, modify the existing usage settings as required.
  
  
  
  Delete Unused Configurations:
  
  If there are configurations that are no longer needed, you can delete them to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation for Enterprise Search to understand the configuration options and best practices.
  
  
  
  Check for System Consistency:
  
  Ensure that all systems involved in the cross-system search are properly connected and configured.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like ESH_COCKPIT or EHS_SEARCH to manage and view the configurations related to Enterprise Search.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Enterprise Search: This is a feature in SAP that allows users to search across multiple systems and data sources.
  Cross-System Search: This functionality enables searching across different SAP systems or databases, which can be useful for organizations with multiple SAP installations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they can provide more tailored guidance based on your specific system configuration and version.