How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH004 - 'termMappingListID' requires 'termMappingDictionary' (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 004

• Message text: 'termMappingListID' requires 'termMappingDictionary' (&1)

What causes this issue?

Annotation @Search.termMappingListID is used, although there is no
annotation @Search.termMappingDictionary.

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 use term mapping (synonyms) with the element in question,
add the @Search.termMappingDictionary-annotation.
If you do not want to use term mapping with the element in question,
remove the @Search.termMappingListID-annotation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH004 - 'termMappingListID' requires 'termMappingDictionary' (&1) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH004 indicates that there is a missing or improperly configured term mapping dictionary for a specific term mapping list ID in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA Search functionality. This error typically arises when the system is trying to perform a search operation that relies on a term mapping configuration that has not been set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Term Mapping Dictionary: The term mapping dictionary that is supposed to be associated with the term mapping list ID is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search or term mapping settings in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the search configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Term Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration for the term mapping dictionary and the term mapping list.
  Ensure that the term mapping dictionary is created and properly linked to the term mapping list ID mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Term Mapping Dictionary:
  
  If the term mapping dictionary does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction codes or configuration settings in the SAP system.
  If it exists but is not linked correctly, update the configuration to ensure that the term mapping list ID is associated with the correct term mapping dictionary.
  
  
  
  Review Search Configuration:
  
  Check the overall search configuration in the SAP system to ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up.
  Validate that the search services are running and that there are no other underlying issues affecting the search functionality.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring term mapping dictionaries and lists.
  Look for any specific notes or guides related to the version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the search functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the search returns the expected results.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EHS_SEARCH or EHS_TERM_MAPPING that may help in managing search configurations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.