How To Fix ESH_SEARCH013 - Object type ID &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Object type ID &1 is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH013 - Object type ID &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH013, which states "Object type ID &1 is not active," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Search and Classification (TREX) functionalities. This error indicates that the specified object type ID is not currently active in the system, which prevents the search functionality from working correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Object Type: The object type ID referenced in the error message is not activated in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or the object type not being set up properly.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the object type may not have been completed, leading to it being inactive.
  Transport Issues: If the object type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the object type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Object Type:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the relevant configuration area for Enterprise Search.
  Check the settings for the object type ID mentioned in the error message.
  Activate the object type if it is not already active.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the object type are completed. This may involve setting up the object type in the search index or ensuring that it is included in the search model.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the object type was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and activate the object type. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Search Index:
  
  If the object type is active but still causing issues, consider rebuilding the search index to ensure that all objects are correctly indexed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Enterprise Search and the specific object type for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Enterprise Search configuration, such as ESH_COCKPIT for managing search settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_SEARCH013 error and ensure that the object type is active and functioning correctly within your SAP system.