How To Fix ESH_QL_MSG072 - Calling variant ID is not supplied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_QL_MSG - ESH Query Logging

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Calling variant ID is not supplied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG072 - Calling variant ID is not supplied ?

  The SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG072 indicates that a required parameter, specifically the "calling variant ID," is not supplied when executing a query or a search in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error typically arises when a search query is executed without the necessary context or parameters that define how the search should be conducted.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant ID: The most common cause of this error is that the system expects a variant ID to be passed along with the search request, but it is not provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the search or query settings in the SAP system.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently omitted the variant ID when initiating the search.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Provide Variant ID: Ensure that the variant ID is supplied when executing the search. This can typically be done by:
  
  Checking the search parameters in the application or transaction where the error occurred.
  Making sure that the variant ID is correctly specified in the search query or function call.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings:
  
  Review the settings for the search queries in the SAP ESH configuration.
  Ensure that the variants are properly defined and that the system is set up to recognize them.
  
  
  
  User Training: If the error is due to user input, consider providing training or documentation to users on how to properly execute searches and the importance of supplying all required parameters.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may need to debug the application or transaction to see where the variant ID is expected and why it is not being passed. This may involve checking the code or configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on SAP Enterprise Search and how to configure and use search variants.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By addressing the missing variant ID and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error message ESH_QL_MSG072.