How To Fix ESH_FED_MSG031 - Attribute &1 is unknown

ESH_FED_MSG031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FED_MSG - Search Federation

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Attribute &1 is unknown

What causes this issue?

The value of an attribute was requested that is not part of the search
result.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FED_MSG031 - Attribute &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FED_MSG031, which states "Attribute &1 is unknown," typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA when the system is unable to recognize or find a specified attribute in a search or query operation. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Error: The attribute name specified in the query may contain a typo or may not match the expected naming convention.
  Attribute Not Defined: The attribute may not be defined in the data model or the search index. This can happen if the attribute was removed or not included in the relevant data source.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the attribute is being queried may not be properly configured or may not contain the expected attributes.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the data model and the search index, leading to discrepancies in available attributes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not