How To Fix ESH_DB062 - Job Definitions are not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_DB - ES: Dashboard

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Job Definitions are not active

What causes this issue?

No job definitions of Enterprise Search are active in this system.

System Response

In on premise systems, running the jobs via the Job Repository is one of
several alternatives; the jobs can also be scheduled directly. But we
recommend using the Job Repository.

How to fix this error?

The customizing can be done in transaction SJOBREPO, running the reports
with a user with profile SAP_ALL (see note 2190119).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_DB062 - Job Definitions are not active ?

  The SAP error message ESH_DB062, which states "Job Definitions are not active," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or SAP HANA environments. This error indicates that the job definitions required for the search functionality are not currently active, which can prevent the search from functioning properly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Job Definitions: The job definitions that are supposed to run the indexing or data retrieval processes are not activated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search or indexing jobs.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the job scheduling framework.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate or manage job definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Job Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE or /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to check the status of the job definitions.
  Navigate to the relevant job definitions and activate them if they are inactive.
  
  
  
  Check Job Scheduling:
  
  Use transaction SM37 to check the status of background jobs related to ESH. Look for any failed jobs and analyze their logs for errors.
  If jobs are not scheduled, you may need to create or schedule them again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the search and indexing jobs is correct. This can be done in the SAP HANA Studio or through the relevant configuration transactions in SAP.
  Check the settings in the SAP NetWeaver Administrator or the SAP Fiori Launchpad if applicable.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage and activate job definitions. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that could provide more context on why the job definitions are inactive.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or notes related to ESH and job definitions for any specific instructions or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to ESH and job definitions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Version: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and patches, as this can resolve many underlying issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_DB062 error and ensure that your job definitions are active and functioning correctly.