How To Fix ESH_SEARCH161 - Template &1: Invalid icon name &2

ESH_SEARCH161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Template &1: Invalid icon name &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH161 - Template &1: Invalid icon name &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH161, which states "Template &1: Invalid icon name &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error indicates that there is an issue with the icon name specified in a search template configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Icon Name: The icon name specified in the search template does not exist or is incorrectly defined. This could be due to a typo or the icon not being available in the system.
  Missing Icon: The icon file may not be uploaded or available in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search template where the icon is referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Icon Name: Verify the icon name specified in the template configuration. Ensure that it matches the name of an existing icon in the system.
  Upload Icon: If the icon is missing, you may need to upload the required icon to the system. This can typically