How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_ES051 - 'snippets' missing (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_ES - ES-CDS/ABAP: Validation of domain @EnterpriseSearch

• Message number: 051

• Message text: 'snippets' missing (&1)

What causes this issue?

Element &V1&, which can contain large content, does either participate
in fulltext search (@Search.defaultSearchElement), or it is returned as
a response attribute (@UI.*); but it does not have a
@EnterpriseSearch.snippets-annotation.
In the two case, the element's content will be transported to the client
(either directly as the response, or as additional why-found information
in case of a hit therein). If the element has large content, this will
cause unnecessary data volume, and it will have negative impact on
search performance.

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?

Consider to annotate @EnterpriseSearch.snippets - if so, the system will
return only a small portion of the total content.

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_ENG_CDSVAL_ES051 - 'snippets' missing (&1) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_ES051 indicates that there are "snippets" missing in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA Search Engine. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary snippets for a specific search result or context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Snippets: The error suggests that the system is trying to access snippets (which are usually small pieces of text or data that provide context or additional information about a search result) that are not available or have not been defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the search engine or the data source that is supposed to provide these snippets.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been changes to the underlying data model or the structure of the data being indexed, it may lead to missing snippets.
  Indexing Problems: If the data has not been indexed properly or if there are issues with the indexing process, it can result in missing snippets.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the search engine and ensure that all necessary snippets are defined and correctly configured.
  Re-indexing: If the data has changed or if there are issues with the current index, consider re-indexing the data to ensure that all snippets are generated and available.
  Data Source Validation: Verify that the data sources being used for the search are correctly set up and that they contain the necessary information to generate snippets.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve known issues related to snippets.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or configuration guidelines.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring and troubleshooting the SAP Enterprise Search and related components.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP Support for further assistance.