How To Fix ESH_TAU_MSG036 - EPM software component &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TAU_MSG - Test Automation

• Message number: 036

• Message text: EPM software component &1 does not exist.

What causes this issue?

The EPM software component &V1& does not exist.

System Response

You currently cannot use software component &V1&. If search connectors
shall be created, the software component &V1& shall be imported first.

How to fix this error?

To import EPM software components, go to the Modeler for Search and
Analytics (menu Import->Software Component).

Procedure for System Administrators

EPM software components for Enterprise Search usually are imported to
customer test/demo systems and SAP-internal systems only.
If you imported them by mistake into a productive system, you have two
options to hide EPM search connectors:
Delete the EPM connectors first, afterwards remove the EPM software
component.
Deactivate the EPM connectors (Connector Administration Cockpit, menu
Actions->Deactivate).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TAU_MSG036 - EPM software component &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TAU_MSG036 indicates that the specified EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) software component does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during the installation or configuration of EPM-related components in SAP systems, particularly when the system is unable to find the required software component.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Software Component: The specified EPM software component is not installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may reference a software component that is not available or has been incorrectly specified.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the EPM software component may not be compatible with the current SAP system version.
  Transport Issues: If the software component was supposed to be transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Components:
  
  Go to transaction code SE80 or SPAM and check the installed software components in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the required EPM software component is listed.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Component:
  
  If the component is missing, you may need to install it. This can typically be done through the Software Update Manager (SUM) or by downloading the necessary software from the SAP Service Marketplace.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in your system to ensure that they correctly reference the installed EPM software components.
  Look for any configuration files or settings that may need to be updated.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Requests:
  
  If the component was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that there were no errors during the process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on the installation of EPM components.
  
  
  
  System Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the version of the EPM software component is compatible with your SAP system version. You may need to upgrade or downgrade components accordingly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for SAP Notes related to EPM components and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review the installation and configuration documentation for the EPM software to ensure all prerequisites are met.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.