How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH001 - At least one element has to be set as 'defaultSearchElement'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH - ES-CDS/ABAP: Validation of domain @Search

• Message number: 001

• Message text: At least one element has to be set as 'defaultSearchElement'

What causes this issue?

The view is defined as searchable by annotation @Search.searchable, but
none of its elements is annotated as relevant for a free-style search.

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 the view to be searchable, add annotation
@Search.defaultSearchElement for a few elements that are to be
considered in a free-style search.
If you do not want the view to be searchable, remove all annotations of
domain @Search.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH001 - At least one element has to be set as 'defaultSearchElement' ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH001 indicates that in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH), at least one element must be designated as the 'defaultSearchElement' in the configuration of the search model. This is a common issue when setting up or modifying search models in SAP ESH.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have defined a search model but have not specified which element should be treated as the default search element.
  The configuration of the search model is incomplete or incorrect, leading to the system not knowing which field to prioritize for search queries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that at least one element in your search model is set as the 'defaultSearchElement'. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Search Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and navigate to the relevant transaction for managing search models (e.g., transaction code EHS_SEARCH or through the SAP Fiori Launchpad).
  
  
  
  Edit the Search Model:
  
  Find the search model that is causing the error and open it for editing.
  
  
  
  Set Default Search Element:
  
  In the configuration of the search model, locate the section where you define the elements (fields) of the search model.
  Identify the element that you want to set as the default search element.
  Mark this element as the 'defaultSearchElement'. This is usually done by checking a checkbox or selecting an option in the configuration interface.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Search Model:
  
  Execute a search using the modified search model to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the search functionality works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and the specific version you are using for detailed instructions on configuring search models.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to the error message.
  Community Forums: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to SAP Community forums or support for assistance from other users or SAP experts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully configure your search model in SAP ESH.