How To Fix ESH_DB055 - Enterprise Search is not actually used in this client

ESH_DB055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_DB - ES: Dashboard

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Enterprise Search is not actually used in this client

What causes this issue?

Evaluating the current system state and the past search behavior, it can
be assumed that Enterprise Search is not actually used in this client.
This does not mean, that it couldn't be used - Enterprise Search might
be set up correctly, but no end user is using the search UI.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to search in this client, use the proper tools to set up ES
with Connectors.
If search is not relevant in this client, no action is required.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_DB055 - Enterprise Search is not actually used in this client ?

  The SAP error message ESH_DB055 indicates that the Enterprise Search (ES) functionality is not enabled or configured for the specific client you are working in. This can occur for various reasons, such as the Enterprise Search not being activated, or the necessary components not being installed or configured properly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Enterprise Search Not Activated: The Enterprise Search feature may not be activated in the client.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration settings for Enterprise Search may not be set up.
  Client-Specific Settings: The client you are working in may not have the required settings or authorizations to use Enterprise Search.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or missing components that prevent the Enterprise Search from functioning.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ESH_DB055 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Activation:
  
  Ensure that the Enterprise Search is activated in the SAP system. You can do this by checking the transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to see if the relevant services are active.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
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