How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL002 - Existence check for &1: Index found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL - Trex Inderxing on the ES Hub

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Existence check for &1: Index found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL002 - Existence check for &1: Index found ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL002 indicates that there is an issue related to the existence check of an index in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework. Specifically, the message states that an index was found when it was expected not to be present.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  An attempt is made to create or activate an index that already exists in the system.
  There may be inconsistencies in the index management, such as a failed deletion or an incomplete index update.
  The system might be trying to perform an operation on an index that is already in a certain state (e.g., active, locked, etc.).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Index Status:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE or /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check the status of the index in question.
  Verify if the index is indeed present and its current state.
  
  
  
  Delete or Deactivate the Index:
  
  If the index is found and you do not need it,