How To Fix ESH_SEARCH233 - Inconsistent ord. relation references relation &1: No step with number 2

ESH_SEARCH233 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Inconsistent ord. relation references relation &1: No step with number 2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH233 - Inconsistent ord. relation references relation &1: No step with number 2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH233 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the order relation references for a specific relation in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. Specifically, it suggests that the system is looking for a step with the number 2 in the order relation, but it cannot find it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error typically arises when the configuration for the search index or the order relation is incomplete or incorrect. This could happen if the steps in the order relation are not properly defined or if there is a missing step.
  Corrupted Index: If the search index has become corrupted or not properly built, it may lead to inconsistencies in the order relations.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the search configuration, it may lead to references that no longer exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the order relations in the ESH settings.