How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL008 - Existence check of &1: Index not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Existence check of &1: Index not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL008 - Existence check of &1: Index not found ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL008 indicates that there is an issue with the existence of a specific index in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or utilize an index that has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Index Not Created: The most common cause is that the index specified in the error message has not been created yet. This can happen if the indexing process has not been executed or if there was an error during the indexing process.
  Index Deletion: The index may have been deleted or is in a state that makes it unavailable for use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Enterprise Search settings that prevent the index from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the index.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Index Status: 
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration area and check the status of the index mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Create or Rebuild Index:
  
  If the index does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done through the SAP ESH administration tools.
  If the index exists but is not functioning correctly, consider rebuilding it. This can often resolve issues related to corrupted or incomplete indexes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the Enterprise Search to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes verifying the data sources and the indexing settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the index. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the index is not found.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ESH_ADMIN to access the Enterprise Search administration area.
  Indexing Jobs: Monitor and manage indexing jobs through the relevant transaction codes or administration tools.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.