How To Fix ESH_ESAAS_MSG023 - Nav. path step &1, relation &2 does not match node &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ESAAS_MSG - Search as a Service (ESaaS)

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Nav. path step &1, relation &2 does not match node &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ESAAS_MSG023 - Nav. path step &1, relation &2 does not match node &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ESAAS_MSG023 typically indicates an issue related to the navigation path in the Enterprise Search (ES) framework. This error occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected navigation path step, the relation, and the node in the context of the Enterprise Search configuration.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Enterprise Search settings, particularly in the navigation path definitions.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure that are not reflected in the navigation path configuration.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the navigation path may not be consistent with the actual data structure or relationships defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing elements in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Navigation Path Configuration:
  
  Go to the Enterprise Search configuration in the SAP system.
  Verify the navigation path settings for the specific path step, relation, and node mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the navigation path is correctly defined and that all components are properly linked.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check if there have been any recent changes to the data model that could affect the navigation path.
  Ensure that the relations and nodes defined in the navigation path correspond to the current data model.
  
  
  
  Update Metadata:
  
  If there are inconsistencies in the metadata, update it to reflect the current structure of the data.
  You may need to regenerate or refresh the metadata for the search index.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects and configurations were transported correctly.
  Check for any missing dependencies or objects that may not have been included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Traces:
  
  Review the application logs and traces for additional details that may provide insight into the cause of the error.
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 to check for logs related to Enterprise Search.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Enterprise Search for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ESH_COCKPIT for Enterprise Search configuration and SLG1 for log analysis.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_ESAAS_MSG023 error in your SAP system.