How To Fix ESH_OD_MSG014 - Data source &1 for metadata search is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Data source &1 for metadata search is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OD_MSG014 - Data source &1 for metadata search is not available ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OD_MSG014 indicates that a specific data source for metadata search is not available. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA when the system is unable to access or find the specified data source.
  Causes:
  
  Data Source Configuration Issues: The data source may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the data source configuration.
  Data Source Activation: The data source might not be activated. In some cases, data sources need to be explicitly activated before they can be used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data source.
  System Connectivity: There may be connectivity issues between the SAP system and the data source, especially if it is an external source.
  Data Source Deletion: The data source may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system and verify that the data source is correctly configured.
  Ensure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Activate the Data Source:
  
  If the data source is not activated, activate it through the appropriate transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like EHS_SA or EHS_OD).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the data source.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  If the data source is external, test the connectivity to ensure that the SAP system can reach the data source without issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  Verify if the data source has been deleted or is no longer available. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart or refresh may resolve temporary issues affecting data source availability.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing data sources, such as EHS_SA for search administration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and data source management for detailed configuration steps and troubleshooting guidelines.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ESH_OD_MSG014 error message.