How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP002 - Conversion CDS to Enterprise Search

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Conversion CDS to Enterprise Search

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP002 - Conversion CDS to Enterprise Search ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP002 typically occurs when there is an issue with the conversion of a Core Data Services (CDS) view to be used in the Enterprise Search framework. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the CDS view definition, missing annotations, or problems with the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  CDS View Definition Issues: The CDS view may not be defined correctly, or it may be missing required annotations that are necessary for Enterprise Search.
  Missing Annotations: Annotations such as @Search.searchable or @Search.defaultSearch may be missing from the CDS view.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data model that the CDS view is based on.
  Transport Issues: If the CDS view was recently transported, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the search may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check CDS View Definition: Review the CDS view definition to ensure it is correctly defined and includes all necessary annotations for Enterprise Search.
  Add Missing Annotations: If any required annotations are missing, add them to the CDS view. For example:
  @Search.searchable: true
  
  Validate Data Model: Ensure that the underlying data model is consistent and that all necessary tables and fields are available.
  Re-transport the Object: If the CDS view was recently transported, consider re-transporting it to ensure that all components are correctly in place.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CDS view and the associated data.
  Activate the CDS View: Sometimes, simply reactivating the CDS view in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to Enterprise Search and CDS views for any known issues or patches that may address the error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation on Core Data Services and Enterprise Search for best practices and guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.