How To Fix ESH_ESAAS_MSG056 - Mapping not found (collection: &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Mapping not found (collection: &1)

What causes this issue?

Mapping not found (collection: &1)

System Response

Metadata cannot be converted to internal format.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Look out for SAP note with keyword TRANSFORM_XML_META, component
BC-EIM-ESH.
Create an incident for component BC-EIM-ESH, only SAP development can
solve that.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ESAAS_MSG056 - Mapping not found (collection: &1) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ESAAS_MSG056 with the description "Mapping not found (collection: &1)" typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a mapping for a specific collection that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the mapping for the specified collection has not been defined or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Collection Name: The collection name provided in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the mapping was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the overall configuration of the Enterprise Search or the underlying data sources.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration for the Enterprise Search.
  Ensure that the mapping for the specified collection exists and is correctly configured.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like ESH_COCKPIT for Enterprise Search Cockpit) and reviewing the mappings.
  
  
  
  Verify Collection Name:
  
  Double-check the collection name referenced in the error message. Ensure that it matches the name defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust Mapping:
  
  If the mapping is missing, you may need to create it. This can involve defining the data source and the corresponding mapping in the Enterprise Search configuration.
  If the mapping exists but is not functioning correctly, consider adjusting the configuration or re-creating it.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the mapping was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system.
  Check for any transport errors that may have occurred during the process.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Traces:
  
  Review the application logs and traces for any additional information that may help diagnose the issue further. You can use transaction codes like SLG1 to check logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Enterprise Search and the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring Enterprise Search and managing collections.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.