How To Fix ESH_SQL_SEARCH024 - Check DDL source and CDS entity for connector &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SQL_SEARCH - ESH SQL Search

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Check DDL source and CDS entity for connector &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH024 - Check DDL source and CDS entity for connector &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH024 typically indicates an issue related to the Data Definition Language (DDL) source or the Core Data Services (CDS) entity associated with a connector in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when working with CDS views and their integration into search functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid DDL Source: The DDL source defined for the connector may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  CDS Entity Issues: The CDS entity associated with the connector might have been modified, deleted, or is not properly activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DDL source or the CDS entity.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the search connector settings or in the underlying data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DDL Source:
  
  Verify that the DDL source specified in the connector configuration exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the DDL source is active and has no errors.
  
  
  
  Review CDS Entity:
  
  Check the CDS entity associated with the connector. Ensure it is correctly defined and activated.
  If there have been recent changes to the CDS entity, consider reactivating it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the search has the necessary authorizations to access the DDL source and the CDS entity.
  Review the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Connector Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the search connector in the SAP system. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the connector is properly linked to the DDL source and CDS entity.
  If necessary, recreate the connector to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may 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 effective.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on CDS views, DDL sources, and search connectors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.