How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP000 - Conversion not possible: @EnterpriseSearch.enabled is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Conversion not possible: @EnterpriseSearch.enabled is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP000 - Conversion not possible: @EnterpriseSearch.enabled is missing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP000 Conversion not possible: @EnterpriseSearch.enabled is missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search when there is an issue with the configuration of the Core Data Services (CDS) views that are intended to be used for search functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the annotation @EnterpriseSearch.enabled is missing from the CDS view definition. This annotation is necessary to enable the view for use in the Enterprise Search framework. Without this annotation, the system does not recognize the CDS view as a valid source for search operations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to add the missing annotation to the relevant CDS view. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the CDS View: Determine which CDS view is causing the error. This may be indicated in the error message or can be identified through the context in which the error occurred.
  
  
  Modify the CDS View:
  
  Open the CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) or the relevant development environment.
  Add the annotation @EnterpriseSearch.enabled: true to the view definition. This should be added at the top of the view definition, typically right after the @AbapCatalog.sqlViewName annotation.
  
  Example:
  @AbapCatalog.sqlViewName: 'YOUR_SQL_VIEW_NAME'
  @EnterpriseSearch.enabled: true
  define view ZYour_CDS_View as select from your_table
  {
      // Your field definitions
  }
  
  
  Activate the CDS View: After making the changes, activate the CDS view to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Re-test the Search Functionality: Once the CDS view is activated with the correct annotation, re-test the search functionality to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Enterprise Search Configuration: Ensure that your Enterprise Search is properly configured in your SAP system. This includes setting up the search connectors and ensuring that the necessary services are running.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates related to Enterprise Search and CDS views.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that your SAP system version supports the features you are trying to use, as certain annotations and functionalities may vary between versions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Development team for further assistance, as there may be additional configuration or system-specific issues at play.