How To Fix ESH_CA_CACHE020 - Data of container contains object references

ESH_CA_CACHE020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CA_CACHE - ESH Cache

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Data of container contains object references

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CA_CACHE020 - Data of container contains object references ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CA_CACHE020 indicates that there is an issue with the data in the cache of the Enterprise Search (ESH) component. Specifically, it suggests that the data of a container contains object references that are not valid or cannot be resolved. This can occur due to various reasons, such as inconsistencies in the data, issues with the cache itself, or problems with the underlying data sources.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the cache may not match the actual data in the underlying database or data source.
  Cache Corruption: The cache may have become corrupted, leading to invalid object references.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been changes in the data model or structure, the cache may still hold references to old structures that no longer exist.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the ESH or the data sources can lead to issues with object references.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Clear the Cache: The first step is to