How To Fix ESH_EX031 - Real-time indexing has failed with technical errors: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_EX - Extraction

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Real-time indexing has failed with technical errors: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_EX031 - Real-time indexing has failed with technical errors: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_EX031 indicates that real-time indexing has failed due to technical errors. This error is typically associated with the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) and can occur during the indexing process when the system encounters issues that prevent it from successfully indexing data in real-time.
  Causes:
  
  Data Source Issues: The data source being indexed may be unavailable or not properly configured.
  Connection Problems: There may be network issues or connection problems between the SAP system and the data source.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the data source.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP ESH or the data source can lead to indexing failures.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database errors, memory issues, or other system-related problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Source Configuration: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and accessible. Verify the connection settings and ensure that the data source is online.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the specific cause of the failure.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user or service account used for indexing has the necessary authorizations to access the data source.
  Restart Indexing: Sometimes, simply restarting the indexing process can resolve transient issues. You can do this through the SAP ESH administration tools.
  Check System Resources: Monitor system resources (CPU, memory, disk space) to ensure that the system is not under heavy load or running out of resources.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for specific problems.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to view logs related to the error.
  SAP ESH Administration: Familiarize yourself with the SAP ESH administration tools to manage and monitor indexing processes.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_EX031 error message.