How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG138 - Background process for real-time indexing could not be started

ESH_ADM_MSG138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Background process for real-time indexing could not be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG138 - Background process for real-time indexing could not be started ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG138 indicates that the background process for real-time indexing in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) could not be started. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The real-time indexing might not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Background Job: The necessary background job for real-time indexing may not be scheduled or may have failed.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory) can prevent the background process from starting.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account running the background job may lack the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP NetWeaver Application Server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for real-time indexing in the SAP ESH settings. Ensure that all required parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Background Jobs:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any