How To Fix E2083 - Index &-& is switched off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Index &-& is switched off

What causes this issue?

You have checked an index or enhancement index that is switched off.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

It is possible that the system found an error when the object was
checked. If the corresponding business function is not activated, errors
can occur. For example, the index may contain fields from deactivated
appends. No action is required. As soon as the corresponding business
function is activated, a consistent status will be restored and after
that the check should normally be error-free.
<ZH>You must not change the object that is deactivated</>, unless you
wish to perform an advance correction and intend to activate the
business function afterwards. Remember that deactivated DDIC objects
cannot be activated.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2083 - Index &-& is switched off ?

  The SAP error message E2083, which states "Index &-& is switched off," typically indicates that a database index is not active or has been disabled. This can happen for various reasons, such as performance tuning, maintenance activities, or issues during database operations.
  Cause:
  
  Index Maintenance: The index may have been switched off as part of a maintenance operation or due to a database administrator's decision to optimize performance.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that has caused the index to be disabled.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the database configuration or settings may have led to the index being turned off.
  Performance Issues: If the index was found to be causing performance issues, it might have been disabled to improve query performance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Rebuild the Index: The most common solution is to rebuild the index. This can usually be done through the database administration tools or directly via SQL commands, depending on the database system in use (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, etc.).
  
  For example, in SQL Server, you can use:
  ALTER INDEX [IndexName] ON [TableName] REBUILD;
  
  In Oracle, you can use:
  ALTER INDEX index_name REBUILD;
  
  
  
  
  Check Index Status: Use database management tools or SQL queries to check the status of the index and understand why it was switched off.
  
  For example, in SQL Server, you can check the index status with:
  SELECT * FROM sys.indexes WHERE name = 'IndexName';
  
  
  
  
  Review Database Logs: Check the database logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the index was disabled.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or your database documentation for specific instructions related to your environment.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Administration: Understanding how to manage and maintain indexes is crucial for database performance.
  Performance Tuning: Regularly review and tune your database indexes to ensure optimal performance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  Backup and Recovery: Always ensure you have a backup before making changes to the database structure or indexes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the E2083 error and restore the functionality of the affected index.