How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG169 - Error during indexing for URL-related binary data: no application log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Error during indexing for URL-related binary data: no application log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG169 - Error during indexing for URL-related binary data: no application log ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG169 indicates that there was an issue during the indexing process for URL-related binary data, specifically stating that there is "no application log." This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when it attempts to index binary data associated with URLs but encounters a problem.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Application Log: The error suggests that the application log, which is supposed to provide detailed information about the indexing process, is not available. This could be due to:
  
  The logging mechanism not being properly configured.
  The log entries being deleted or not created due to a prior error.
  Insufficient permissions to access the application log.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the settings related to the indexing of binary data or URL handling.
  
  
  Data Issues: The binary data or URLs being indexed may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to failures during the indexing process.
  
  
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may not be able to process the indexing request in a timely manner, leading to timeouts or failures.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Application Log Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the application logging is enabled and properly configured in your SAP system.
  You can check the configuration in transaction SLG1 to see if there are any logs related to the indexing process.
  
  
  
  Review Indexing Settings:
  
  Verify the settings for indexing binary data and URLs in the SAP ESH configuration. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Inspect Data:
  
  Check the binary data and URLs that are being indexed for any inconsistencies or corruption. Ensure that they are accessible and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  Monitor system performance and resource usage. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the indexing process during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Re-indexing:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to re-index the affected data. This can often resolve issues related to stale or corrupted index entries.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SLG1 (Application Log) and SE80 (Object Navigator) for debugging.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on SAP ESH and indexing processes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG169 error in your SAP system.