How To Fix DBOSC448 - Error while building search index; MD5 hash creation failed

DBOSC448 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 448

• Message text: Error while building search index; MD5 hash creation failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC448 - Error while building search index; MD5 hash creation failed ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC448 indicates that there was an issue while building a search index, specifically related to the failure of MD5 hash creation. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP HANA or other database systems integrated with SAP applications.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Data: The data being indexed may be corrupted or not in the expected format, leading to issues during the hash creation process.
  Insufficient Resources: The system may not have enough memory or processing power to complete the indexing operation.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database, such as locks, inconsistencies, or other errors that prevent the indexing process from completing successfully.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for the search index or the database can lead to failures in the indexing process.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP software or the database system that affect the indexing functionality.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Verify the