How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH029 - Fulltext index required but not defined (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Fulltext index required but not defined (&1)

What causes this issue?

Annotation @Search.fulltextIndex.requried signifies that the underlying
data base table field is to have a fulltext index; this requirement is
not met.

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?

Create a fulltext index for field &V3& of table &V2& in the repository.
If the table is very large, you might want to define the fulltext index
as being assigned to a Switch.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH029 - Fulltext index required but not defined (&1) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDSVAL_SRCH029 indicates that a full-text index is required for a specific search operation, but it has not been defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when using Core Data Services (CDS) views that rely on full-text search capabilities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Full-Text Index: The primary cause of this error is that the full-text index for the specified data source has not been created or activated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the search settings or the data model that prevent the full-text index from being recognized.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data model has changed (e.g., new fields added), the full-text index may need to be redefined or updated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Full-Text Index Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check if the full-text index is defined for the relevant data source.
  Use transaction code ESH_COCKPIT to access the Enterprise Search Cockpit and verify the configuration.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Full-Text Index:
  
  If the full-text index is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done through the Enterprise Search Cockpit or by using the relevant transaction codes.
  If the index exists but is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  If the index is already defined but you are still encountering the error, consider rebuilding the full-text index. This can help in cases where the index is out of sync with the underlying data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage full-text indexes.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for specific instructions on managing full-text indexes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Version-Specific Considerations: Be aware that the steps and tools available may vary depending on the version of SAP you are using (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, etc.).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the full-text index is properly defined and functioning in your SAP environment.