How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN140 - Table source schema (customized) for SWC &2: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Table source schema (customized) for SWC &2: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN140 - Table source schema (customized) for SWC &2: &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN140 typically relates to issues with the configuration of the SAP HANA database, particularly in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) or the Search and Classification (TREX) components. This error indicates that there is a problem with the source schema for a specific table in the context of a software component (SWC).
  Cause:
  
  Schema Mismatch: The error often arises when the source schema for a table is not correctly defined or does not match the expected schema in the HANA database.
  Missing Tables: The required tables may not exist in the specified schema, or they may not be properly activated.
  Authorization Issues: There may be insufficient permissions to access the specified schema or tables.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the ESH or TREX setup can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Schema Configuration:
  
  Verify that the schema specified in the error message is correctly configured in the HANA database.
  Ensure that the tables required for the software component are present in the schema.
  
  
  
  Activate Tables:
  
  If the tables are missing, you may need to activate or create them. This can often be done through the SAP HANA Studio or using SQL commands.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account being used has the necessary permissions to access the schema and tables. You may need to adjust roles and authorizations in the HANA database.
  
  
  
  Check ESH Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the Enterprise Search or TREX to ensure that they are correctly pointing to the right schema and tables.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates their documentation with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Re-indexing:
  
  If the issue persists, consider re-indexing the affected components in ESH or TREX to refresh the data and schema mappings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HANA Studio: Use this tool to manage your HANA database, check schemas, and perform administrative tasks.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking table definitions and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP Support for further assistance.