How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN204 - Attribute &1 cannot be determined and mapped in domain text-table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Attribute &1 cannot be determined and mapped in domain text-table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN204 - Attribute &1 cannot be determined and mapped in domain text-table &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN204 typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA and the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of an attribute to its corresponding text table in the domain. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Missing Attribute Mapping: The attribute specified in the error message cannot be found or is not properly mapped to the text table defined in the domain.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ESH settings or the HANA database that prevent the system from recognizing the attribute.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the underlying database schema, the mappings may need to be updated accordingly.
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the text table may not be consistent with the expected format or structure, leading to mapping issues.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Attribute Mapping:
  
  Go to the ESH configuration and verify that the attribute in question is correctly mapped to the appropriate text table.
  Ensure that the attribute exists in the data model and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If there have been changes to the data model, update the ESH configuration to reflect these changes.
  Reconfigure the domain settings to ensure that all attributes are correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data in the text table to ensure that it matches the expected structure.
  Look for any missing or malformed entries that could be causing the mapping issue.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Indexes:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the indexes related to the ESH to ensure that all mappings are correctly recognized by the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for specific guidance related to the ESH and HANA configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.