How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN195 - Cannot get DDIC schema for table - object/table metadata missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Cannot get DDIC schema for table - object/table metadata missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN195 - Cannot get DDIC schema for table - object/table metadata missing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN195 indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the Data Dictionary (DDIC) schema for a specific table, which suggests that the metadata for the object or table is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA and the Enterprise Search (ESH) component.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Metadata: The metadata for the specified table or object may not exist in the system. This can happen if the table was deleted or if the transport of the table definition was not successful.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that prevents the correct retrieval of the DDIC schema.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying HANA database, such as corruption or connectivity problems.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata of the specified table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, the transport might not have included all necessary objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table in question exists in the HANA database. You can do this by executing a SQL query to check for the table.
  SELECT * FROM <schema_name>.<table_name>;
  
  Recreate Metadata: If the metadata is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can involve re-creating the table or re-importing the necessary transport requests.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the ESH and ensure that they are correctly set up to access the required tables.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the metadata. You may need to check roles and permissions.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the HANA database to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting the metadata retrieval.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  HANA Studio: Use HANA Studio or HANA Cockpit to inspect the database objects and their metadata.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces for additional context around the error. This can provide insights into what might be causing the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.