How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL114 - Request attribute &1 refers to something inactive &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Request attribute &1 refers to something inactive &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL114 - Request attribute &1 refers to something inactive &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL114 indicates that there is an issue with a request attribute that refers to an inactive object in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or Business Object Search (BOS) framework. This typically occurs when the system is trying to process a search request that includes attributes or objects that are not currently active or available.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Inactive Index: The index that the search request is trying to access may not be active or has not been updated.
  Deleted or Inactive Objects: The request may reference attributes or objects that have been deleted or marked as inactive in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the search settings or the way the search request is constructed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Index Status:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH administration or the relevant transaction (like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE or /IWBEP/REG_SERVICE) to check the status of the index.
  Ensure that the index is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  If the index is inactive or corrupted, you may need to rebuild it. This can usually be done through the ESH administration tools.
  Look for options to refresh or rebuild the index.
  
  
  
  Review Request Attributes:
  
  Check the attributes being used in the search request. Ensure that they refer to active objects and that there are no references to deleted or inactive items.
  If necessary, modify the search request to exclude inactive attributes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the search application. Ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up and that there are no discrepancies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP ESH Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Enterprise Search documentation for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.