How To Fix ESH_SEARCH146 - Template &1, request &2, attribute &3: Relation references are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Template &1, request &2, attribute &3: Relation references are missing

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

In this context relation references are missing.

How to fix this error?

A certain attribute of a specific template and node in a request refers
to another attribute that is either within the same template in a
different node or even in a different template and node and the
references (the path) to reach it are not given.
Maintain the missing references (see interface):
SearchBusinessTemplate or SearchVirtualTemplate
SearchQueryInterface
SearchRequest
RequestAttribute
NodeAttributeID
<ZH>OrderedRelationReferences</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH146 - Template &1, request &2, attribute &3: Relation references are missing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH146 indicates that there is an issue with a search template in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. Specifically, it suggests that there are missing relation references for a particular template, request, and attribute. This can occur in scenarios where the search configuration is not properly set up or when there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Relations: The error typically arises when the search template is trying to reference relations that are not defined or are missing in the underlying data model.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search template or the associated data sources.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., adding or removing attributes or relations), the search template may not have been updated accordingly.
  Transport Issues: If the template was transported from one system to another, some dependencies may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Template Configuration: Review the configuration of the search template in the ESH administration. Ensure that all required relations are defined and correctly referenced.
  Update Data Model: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that the search template is updated to reflect these changes. This may involve adding or modifying relations in the template.
  Rebuild Index: Sometimes, rebuilding the search index can resolve issues related to missing references. This can be done through the ESH administration tools.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to ensure that all configurations are in line with best practices.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging for the search framework to get more detailed error messages that can help identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal contains documentation on Enterprise Search and may provide insights into configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.