How To Fix ESH_QM_CONFIG004 - Indicator parameters missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_QM_CONFIG - ES Query Measurement: Configuration

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Indicator parameters missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_QM_CONFIG004 - Indicator parameters missing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_QM_CONFIG004 indicates that there are missing indicator parameters in the configuration of the Enterprise Search (ES) or the Query Management (QM) component. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary parameters to execute a search query or to configure the search functionality properly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often occurs when the necessary indicator parameters for the search are not defined in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the search configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the required parameters.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, some parameters may not have been included or may have been incorrectly set.
  Version Compatibility: Sometimes, the error can arise due to compatibility issues between different versions of SAP components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for Enterprise Search or Query Management.
  Ensure that all necessary indicator parameters are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Indicator Parameters:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check and maintain the necessary indicator parameters.
  Ensure that the parameters required for the search functionality are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects and parameters were included.
  If any parameters are missing, you may need to manually add them or re-transport the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for guidance on the specific indicator parameters required for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional configuration steps that can resolve issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the search functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the search works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and details of your configuration.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_QM_CONFIG004 error in your SAP system.