How To Fix ESH_FED_MSG020 - Search scope is not valid &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FED_MSG - Search Federation

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Search scope is not valid &1

What causes this issue?

The search was executed with a category, connector, template, keyword or
request that is not valid. The cause could be that the related list of
search connectors no longer exists.

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?

Check that the scope with the specified key does still exist.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FED_MSG020 - Search scope is not valid &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FED_MSG020 indicates that the search scope specified in your query is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Fiori applications when the search scope is either not defined, has been deleted, or is not accessible due to authorization issues.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Search Scope: The search scope you are trying to use may not exist or has been removed from the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified search scope.
  Configuration Issues: The search scope may not be properly configured in the system.
  System Updates: Changes in the system, such as updates or migrations, may have affected the search scope.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Search Scope Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration of the search scopes in the relevant transaction (e.g., EHS_SEARCH or EHS_ADMIN).
  Ensure that the search scope you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search scope. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  If necessary, assign the appropriate roles or permissions to the user.
  
  
  
  Use a Valid Search Scope:
  
  If you are manually entering the search scope, ensure that you are using the correct name or identifier.
  You can also try using a different search scope that is known to be valid.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring and managing search scopes.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  You can also enable traces to gather more information about the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to search scopes.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error message, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or the specific application you are using to understand how search scopes are defined and managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.