How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG187 - Entity ID and GUID missing (factory type: &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Entity ID and GUID missing (factory type: &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG187 - Entity ID and GUID missing (factory type: &1) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG187 indicates that there is a missing Entity ID and GUID in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) framework, specifically related to the Information Extraction Framework (IEF). This error typically arises when the system is trying to process an entity but cannot find the necessary identifiers to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The entity that the system is trying to process does not have an associated Entity ID or GUID. This can happen if the data was not properly extracted or if there was an issue during the data loading process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the IEF settings or the data source configuration that prevent the correct identification of entities.
  Data Source Problems: The underlying data source may not be providing the necessary identifiers due to issues such as data corruption or incorrect mappings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the data source from which the entities are being extracted is correctly configured and that it contains the necessary Entity IDs and GUIDs.
  Reprocess Data: If the data is missing, you may need to reprocess the data extraction. This can involve re-running the extraction jobs or refreshing the data in the source system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the IEF and ensure that all necessary mappings and settings are correctly defined.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to get more detailed information about where the process is failing. This can help identify if there are specific records causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the IEF and ESH for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might 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 (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.