How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG106 - General error calling TREX (preprocessor stellant) for URL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG - Texts for resolution of urls or binary documents

• Message number: 106

• Message text: General error calling TREX (preprocessor stellant) for URL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG106 - General error calling TREX (preprocessor stellant) for URL ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG106 indicates a general error when calling the TREX (Text Retrieval and Extraction) preprocessor, specifically for the Stellant URL. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when working with the TREX search engine.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for TREX or the preprocessor can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity between the SAP system and the TREX server can cause communication failures.
  TREX Service Down: The TREX service may not be running or may have crashed.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory) on the TREX server can lead to failures in processing requests.
  Invalid URL: The URL being processed may be incorrect or not accessible.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the TREX service or the specified URL.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check TREX Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for TREX and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Check the connection settings in the SAP system to ensure they point to the correct TREX instance.
  
  
  
  Restart TREX Service:
  
  If the TREX service is down, restart it. You can do this through the SAP system or directly on the server where TREX is hosted.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Test the network connection between the SAP system and the TREX server. Ensure that there are no firewalls or network issues blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Check System Resources:
  
  Monitor the system resources on the TREX server. If resources are low, consider optimizing the server or increasing its capacity.
  
  
  
  Validate the URL:
  
  Ensure that the URL being processed is valid and accessible. You can test the URL in a web browser or use tools like curl to check its availability.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Check the user permissions and roles assigned to the account that is trying to access the TREX service. Ensure it has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the TREX logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TREX Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the TREX documentation for configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG106 error effectively.