How To Fix MDG_ES_SEARCH001 - Error while setting scope for enterprise search

MDG_ES_SEARCH001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ES_SEARCH - Messages for Enterprise Search Enablement of MDG

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Error while setting scope for enterprise search

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MDG_ES_SEARCH001 - Details

• The SAP error message MDG_ES_SEARCH001 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration or execution of the Enterprise Search functionality within SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error can occur when there is a problem with the search scope settings or when the system is unable to retrieve the necessary data for the search.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The search scope may not be properly configured in the MDG system. This can include missing or incorrect settings in the search configuration.
  Indexing Problems: The search index may not be properly built or updated. If the data that needs to be searched is not indexed, the search will fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the search may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or the search functionality.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the search engine itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for Enterprise Search