How To Fix ESH_SQL_SEARCH004 - &1&2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SQL_SEARCH - ESH SQL Search

• Message number: 004

• Message text: &1&2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH004 - &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH004 typically relates to issues encountered in the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search functionalities. This error message indicates that there is a problem with the SQL search query being executed, often due to incorrect syntax, missing parameters, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect SQL Syntax: The SQL query generated by the search might have syntax errors.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the search query might not be provided.
  Data Model Issues: There could be inconsistencies or issues in the data model that the search is trying to access.
  Configuration Issues: The search configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to failures in executing the search query.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the search might not have the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check SQL Syntax: Review the SQL query being executed for any syntax errors. You may need to enable SQL tracing to see the exact query.
  Verify Parameters: Ensure that all required parameters for the search are being passed correctly.
  Review Data Model: Check the underlying data model for any inconsistencies or issues that might affect the search.
  Configuration Review: Go through the search configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the search operation.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that might address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the data model.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ESH_SQL_SEARCH004 error in your SAP environment.