How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL126 - The generic extraction implementation cannot be used for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 126

• Message text: The generic extraction implementation cannot be used for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL126 - The generic extraction implementation cannot be used for &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL126 indicates that there is an issue with the generic extraction implementation for a specific object or data source in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error typically arises when the system is unable to use the generic extraction method for the specified object, which is represented by &1 in the error message.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Object Type: The object you are trying to index may not be supported by the generic extraction method.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the settings related to the Business Object Search (BOS) or the specific data source.
  Missing Implementation: The required extraction implementation for the specific object type may not be available or properly activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the extraction for the specified object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify if the object type you are trying to index is supported by the generic extraction method. Consult the SAP documentation for a list of supported object types.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for the Business Object Search and ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in transaction codes like EHSBOS or EHSBOS_INDEX.
  Implement Missing Extraction: If the extraction implementation is missing, you may need to implement it or activate the relevant extraction method for the object type.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the extraction has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Business Object Search and generic extraction methods.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves a bug or a more complex configuration issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.