How To Fix ESH_CU_SW010 - Source term is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_SW - ES: Term Mapping

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Source term is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_SW010 - Source term is initial ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_SW010 with the description "Source term is initial" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Search and Classification (TREX) functionalities. This error indicates that a required input or parameter (the source term) is not provided or is empty when the system expects it to have a value.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The source term that the system is trying to process is not provided or is empty.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the search or classification settings.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not have been properly populated or indexed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Parameters: Ensure that all required input parameters are provided and are not empty. If you are executing a search or classification, make sure that the source term is correctly specified.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the search and classification. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that it is complete and correctly formatted. If necessary, re-index the data to ensure that it is available for search.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the source term is being set and why it might be empty.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the version of SAP you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 for object navigation or SE37 for function module testing.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.