How To Fix DSENG004 - External index &1 was saved in status &2

DSENG004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DSENG - Messages for Linking Search Machines to F4

• Message number: 004

• Message text: External index &1 was saved in status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DSENG004 - External index &1 was saved in status &2 ?

  The SAP error message DSENG004 indicates that an external index has been saved in a specific status, which can be a sign of issues related to the indexing process in SAP systems, particularly in the context of SAP Data Services or SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  
  Cause:
  The error message DSENG004 typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Indexing Issues: The external index may not have been updated correctly, or there may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the index from being processed as expected.
  Status Issues: The index might be in a status that does not allow for further processing, such as "locked," "in progress," or "error."
  Data Quality Problems: There may be issues with the underlying data that the index is supposed to represent, such as missing or corrupt data.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the Data Services or BW system can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DSENG004 error, you