How To Fix ESH_OD_MSG002 - Do not provide a user for the user-independent ranking factor &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OD_MSG - ESH Search Service (oData)

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Do not provide a user for the user-independent ranking factor &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OD_MSG002 - Do not provide a user for the user-independent ranking factor &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OD_MSG002 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of user-independent ranking factors in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) system. This error occurs when a user is assigned to a user-independent ranking factor, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system expects that user-independent ranking factors should not be associated with any specific user. Instead, they should be applicable to all users uniformly. If a user is mistakenly assigned to a ranking factor that is meant to be user-independent, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the configuration of the ranking factors in the SAP ESH settings. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access the ESH Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration area, typically found in the SAP GUI or through the relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Review Ranking Factors:
  
  Look for the configuration settings related to ranking factors. Identify the specific ranking factor mentioned in the error message (indicated by &1).
  
  
  
  Remove User Assignment:
  
  If you find that a user has been assigned to the user-independent ranking factor, remove this assignment. Ensure that the ranking factor is set to be user-independent without any specific user linked to it.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the search functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the ranking factors are working as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP ESH for more detailed information on configuring ranking factors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional guidance on configuring user-independent ranking factors.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that user-independent ranking factors are correctly configured without user assignments, you should be able to resolve the ESH_OD_MSG002 error.