How To Fix ESH_QP_MSG017 - Invalid search scope

ESH_QP_MSG017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_QP_MSG - Query Parser Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Invalid search scope

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_QP_MSG017 - Invalid search scope ?

  The SAP error message ESH_QP_MSG017: Invalid search scope typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when a search query is executed with an invalid or unrecognized search scope. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or incorrect search parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Search Scope: The search scope specified in the query does not exist or is not properly defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The search scope may not be configured correctly in the SAP ESH settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified search scope.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent changes or updates to the system may have affected the search scope configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Search Scope:
  
  Check the search scope being used in the query. Ensure that it is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP ESH administration.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
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