How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG175 - Serialization of configuration to JSON failed

ESH_FL_MSG175 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Serialization of configuration to JSON failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG175 - Serialization of configuration to JSON failed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG175 indicates that there was a failure in the serialization of configuration data to JSON format. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Fiori applications that rely on JSON for data interchange.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The configuration data being serialized may contain invalid or unsupported values that cannot be converted to JSON.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the expected data types, such as trying to serialize a complex object that is not properly defined.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain required fields in the configuration may be missing, leading to serialization failure.
  Corrupted Configuration: The configuration data might be corrupted or improperly formatted, causing the serialization process to fail.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs in the SAP system or specific components that lead to serialization issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the application or service that is generating the error. Ensure