How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG173 - Fetch texts from DDIC (text-dereferencing): &1 s

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Fetch texts from DDIC (text-dereferencing): &1 s

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG173 - Fetch texts from DDIC (text-dereferencing): &1 s ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG173, which states "Fetch texts from DDIC (text-dereferencing): &1 s," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP Information Extraction Framework. This error indicates that there is an issue with fetching text descriptions from the Data Dictionary (DDIC) for a specific object or field.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts in DDIC: The most common cause of this error is that the text descriptions for the specified object or field are missing in the Data Dictionary.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the search settings or the way the text retrieval is set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text objects in the DDIC.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DDIC Entries: Verify that the text entries for the specified object or field exist in the Data Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction SE11 to check the relevant table or data element.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the search or text retrieval is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction ESH_COCKPIT or related configuration transactions.
  Authorization Check: Make sure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant DDIC objects. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the failure occurs. This may involve using transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the relevant function modules or classes.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), ESH_COCKPIT (Enterprise Search Cockpit), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for documentation on Enterprise Search and the Information Extraction Framework.
  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 continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.