How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL127 - Indexing of type &1 has no information for the root node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Indexing of type &1 has no information for the root node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL127 - Indexing of type &1 has no information for the root node ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL127 indicates that there is an issue with the indexing process in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) system. Specifically, the message states that "Indexing of type &1 has no information for the root node," which suggests that the indexing process is unable to find or access the necessary data for the specified index type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The root node for the specified index type may not have any associated data. This can happen if the data source is empty or if there are issues with the data extraction process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the indexing settings or the data source configuration that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary data.
  Indexing Process Errors: There could be errors in the indexing process itself, such as failed jobs or incomplete indexing runs.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account running the indexing process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the data source for the index type is populated with data. Ensure that the data extraction process is functioning correctly and that there are no issues with the underlying data.
  Review Index Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the index type in the SAP ESH. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set and that the data source is properly linked.
  Re-indexing: If the data source is correct and the configuration is fine, try re-indexing the data. This can often resolve issues related to incomplete or failed indexing processes.
  Check Logs: Review the logs for the indexing process to identify any specific errors or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the data and perform indexing operations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and the specific index type to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  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 diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL127 error message.