How To Fix ESH_PS_MSG012 - Error when executing personalized search in method: &1 in class: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_PS_MSG - ESH Personalized Search

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error when executing personalized search in method: &1 in class: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_PS_MSG012 - Error when executing personalized search in method: &1 in class: &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_PS_MSG012 typically occurs in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) functionality when there is an issue with executing a personalized search. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the search index.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The personalized search might not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the search configuration.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the search may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search functionality or the underlying data.
  Indexing Issues: The search index may not be up-to-date or may have encountered errors during the indexing process.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being searched, such as missing or corrupted entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the personalized search in the ESH settings. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Check if the search service is activated and properly