How To Fix ESH_CU_SEM024 - Snippets: Begin-tag needs to be like <*> (e.g. )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_SEM - ES: Semantics-based Configuration

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Snippets: Begin-tag needs to be like <*> (e.g. )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_SEM024 - Snippets: Begin-tag needs to be like <*> (e.g. ) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_SEM024 indicates that there is an issue with the formatting of snippets in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH). Specifically, the error message states that the "Begin-tag needs to be like <*> (e.g. )", which suggests that the snippet being processed contains an improperly formatted HTML tag.
  
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following:
  
  Improper HTML Tag Usage: The snippet may contain HTML tags that are not properly formatted or are not recognized by the system. For example, using a tag that is not allowed or missing a closing tag.
  Special Characters: The presence of special characters in the snippet that are not properly escaped can also lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search or the way snippets are generated or processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Snippet Formatting:
  
  Review the snippets being generated or processed to ensure that all HTML tags are properly formatted. For example, ensure that every opening tag has a corresponding closing tag and that tags are correctly nested.
  Use only allowed HTML tags. Commonly allowed tags include <b>, <i>, <u>, etc.
  
  
  
  Escape Special Characters:
  
  Ensure that any special characters in the snippets are properly escaped. For example, use &lt; for < and &gt; for >.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the search and snippets in the SAP system. Ensure that there are no misconfigurations that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Test with Simple Snippets:
  
  If possible, test with simple snippets that contain minimal HTML to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for guidelines on snippet formatting and allowed HTML tags.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to get more detailed information about where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that you are using a compatible version of SAP ESH, as certain features or behaviors may change between versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_CU_SEM024 error in your SAP system.