How To Fix ESH_CU_TM011 - Target term is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_TM - ES: Term Mapping

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Target term is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_TM011 - Target term is initial ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_TM011 with the description "Target term is initial" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP Business Suite when there is an issue with the term mapping or the configuration of the search system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target Term: The error indicates that the target term for a mapping or transformation is not defined or is empty. This can happen if the configuration for the term mapping is incomplete or if the source term does not have a corresponding target term defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the search or term mapping settings, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate target term.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not have the necessary attributes or values that are expected for the term mapping to work correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Term Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the term mapping in the SAP system.
  Ensure that all source terms have corresponding target terms defined.
  If any target terms are missing, create or update them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Data Sources:
  
  Verify that the data sources being used for the search or term mapping contain the expected values.
  Ensure that the data is correctly populated and that there are no missing or null values that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Re-indexing:
  
  If changes have been made to the term mapping or data sources, consider re-indexing the search to ensure that the changes are reflected in the search results.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Traces:
  
  Review the application logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or the specific module you are working with to ensure that all configurations are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on term mapping issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring Enterprise Search and term mapping.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.