How To Fix WSAM_SHMAE001 - Field &1 is not supported for trex search

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSAM_SHMAE - Message class for SRS enhanced mat search and ATP request

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Field &1 is not supported for trex search

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSAM_SHMAE001 - Field &1 is not supported for trex search ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSAM_SHMAE001 Field &1 is not supported for TREX search
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to perform a TREX (Text Retrieval and Information Extraction) search on a field that is not supported or not enabled for TREX indexing in the SAP system. TREX is SAP's search engine used for full-text search capabilities, and it requires fields to be properly configured and indexed to be searchable.
  Common reasons include:  
  
  The field is not included in the TREX index configuration.  
  The field is not marked as searchable or full-text enabled in the data dictionary or search configuration.  
  The field type is not supported by TREX (e.g., certain complex or non-text fields).  
  The search query references a field that is not part of the TREX index or search model.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check TREX Index Configuration:
  
  Verify that the field in question is included in the TREX index configuration for the relevant object or data source. This can be done in transaction /nTREX/ADMIN or via the relevant configuration tools depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  Enable Field for Search:  
  
  In the Data Dictionary (SE11), check the field properties and ensure it is suitable for full-text search.  
  In the search model or search configuration (e.g., in Enterprise Search or Search and Classification), ensure the field is marked as searchable.
  
  
  
  Rebuild TREX Index:
  
  After making changes, rebuild the TREX index to include the updated fields. This can be done via transaction /nTREX/ADMIN or using the relevant indexing jobs.
  
  
  Check Search Query:
  
  Ensure that the search query or search help does not reference unsupported fields. Modify the query to use only supported fields.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to TREX and the specific field or object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TREX Overview: TREX is SAP's search engine used in various SAP components like Enterprise Search, Knowledge Management, and others. It supports full-text search and structured search on indexed data.  
  Transactions:  
  
  /nTREX/ADMIN — TREX administration and index management  
  SE11 — Data Dictionary for field definitions  
  ESH_COCKPIT — Enterprise Search cockpit for configuration (depending on SAP version)  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to WSAM_SHMAE001 or TREX indexing issues on the SAP Support Portal.  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal sections on Enterprise Search and TREX configuration.
  
  
  If you provide the specific field name and context (e.g., which application or search scenario), I can help with more targeted advice.