How To Fix ESH_CU_SW002 - List ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_SW - ES: Term Mapping

• Message number: 002

• Message text: List ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_SW002 - List ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_SW002, which states "List ID &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when working with the SAP Search and Classification (TREX) system. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a list ID that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent List ID: The specified List ID does not exist in the database or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the search or classification might be incorrect, leading to the system looking for a list that is not defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the list.
  Transport Issues: If the list was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported correctly to the current system (e.g., production), it may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify List ID: Check if the List ID specified in the error message is correct. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Create or Restore List ID: If the List ID does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the search or classification to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the list. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Transport Check: If the list was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the existence of the List ID.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.