How To Fix ESH_SEARCH259 - Template &1 response attribute group &2 layout code &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Template &1 response attribute group &2 layout code &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH259 - Template &1 response attribute group &2 layout code &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH259 indicates that there is an issue with a specific search template or layout configuration in the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) environment. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified response attribute group or layout code associated with the search template.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified layout code or response attribute group may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Deleted or Inactive Objects: The layout or attribute group might have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  Incorrect Template Assignment: The search template may be incorrectly assigned or configured, pointing to a non-existent layout or attribute group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH configuration settings and verify that the layout code and response attribute group exist.
  Ensure that the layout is correctly assigned to the search template.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Layout:
  
  If the layout code or response attribute group does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it was previously deactivated.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Adjust Template Settings:
  
  Review the settings of the search template in the ESH configuration and ensure that it points to valid and existing layout codes and response attribute groups.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring search templates and layouts.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the search templates and layouts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.