How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG071 - Specify schedule data for delta indexing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Specify schedule data for delta indexing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG071 - Specify schedule data for delta indexing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG071 indicates that there is an issue with the delta indexing process in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) system. Specifically, it suggests that the system requires schedule data to be specified for delta indexing to proceed.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  Missing Schedule Data: The delta indexing process has not been properly configured with the necessary scheduling information.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the indexing settings in the SAP ESH administration.
  Job Scheduling: The job responsible for delta indexing may not have been scheduled or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Delta Indexing Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration transaction (usually EshAdmin or similar).
  Verify the configuration settings for delta indexing. Ensure that the schedule data is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Schedule Delta Indexing:
  
  If the delta indexing job is not scheduled, you need to create a job for delta indexing.
  Use transaction SM37 to check if there are any existing jobs related to delta indexing and their statuses.
  
  
  
  Set Up Job Scheduling:
  
  If no job exists, you can create a new background job using transaction SM36.
  Specify the program for delta indexing (usually something like ESH_INDEXING).
  Set the appropriate scheduling parameters (e.g., frequency, start time).
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context on the issue.
  Use transaction SLG1 to view application logs related to the Enterprise Search.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation for Enterprise Search for detailed instructions on configuring delta indexing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Delta Indexing: This is a process that updates the search index with changes made to the underlying data since the last full or delta indexing run.
  Enterprise Search Administration: Familiarize yourself with the administration tools and transactions related to SAP ESH, as they provide insights into configuration and monitoring.
  Job Management: Understanding how to manage background jobs in SAP (using transactions like SM37, SM36, etc.) is crucial for troubleshooting indexing issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_ADM_MSG071 error and successfully configure delta indexing in your SAP system.