How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL086 - No instance of the indexing controller was created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 086

• Message text: No instance of the indexing controller was created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL086 - No instance of the indexing controller was created ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL086 indicates that no instance of the indexing controller was created. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when there is an issue with the indexing process.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The indexing controller may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing or Inactive Services: The necessary services for the indexing process may not be active or properly set up.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the indexing process may not have the required authorizations.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that prevent the creation of the indexing controller instance.
  Technical Issues: Issues with the underlying database or application server can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the indexing controller is correctly set up in the SAP system.
  Verify that the relevant settings in the SAP ESH configuration are correct.
  
  
  
  Activate Services:
  
  Check if the necessary services for the indexing process are active. You can do this in the SAP Gateway or by using transaction codes like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to ensure that the services are registered and active.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform indexing operations. You may need to check roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the relevant services or the application server can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  System Health Check:
  
  Perform a health check of the system to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting the performance of the SAP ESH.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SLG1 (Application Log), and SM21 (System Log) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and indexing to understand the architecture and configuration better.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL086.