How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL023 - Indexing of &1 has returned subrc &2, error code &3, and error text &4

ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Indexing of &1 has returned subrc &2, error code &3, and error text &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL023 - Indexing of &1 has returned subrc &2, error code &3, and error text &4 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL023 typically relates to issues encountered during the indexing process in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework. This error indicates that the indexing of a specific object (denoted by &1) has failed, returning a specific return code (&2), an error code (&3), and an error text (&4) that provides more details about the failure.
  Causes
  The causes of this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  Data Issues: The data being indexed may have inconsistencies or may not meet the required format.
  Configuration Problems: There may be misconfigurations in the search settings or the indexing process.
  System Performance: Resource constraints (like memory or CPU) on the SAP system can lead to indexing failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account performing the indexing may lack the necessary permissions.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the search service itself.
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the error, you