How To Fix ESH_EX051 - Real-time indexing (migration to new change-pointer handling)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_EX - Extraction

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Real-time indexing (migration to new change-pointer handling)

What causes this issue?

Report <DS>
<DS:RE.ESH_IX_PROCESS_CHANGE_POINTERS>ESH_IX_PROCESS_CHANGE_POINTERS</>
</> is obsolete.

System Response

The execution of the report is not supported any longer (running
instances are stopped).
If the report is scheduled to be run periodically in the background, it
is removed from the job schedule (see transaction SM37).

How to fix this error?

The report updates the indices of search connectors. If it runs in the
background, the variant assigned to the report contains the selection
criteria for object types and other control parameters.
This report has been replaced by <ZH>real-time indexing</>, which runs
much faster and can be maintained directly from the Administration
Cockpit (<LS>Menu Actions</> -> <LS>Schedule Indexing</>).
Because of technical issues regarding background processing, the
migration could not be processed automatically.
To <ZH>migrate to real-time indexing</>, proceed as follows:
Run report <DS><DS:RE.ESH_EX_CONSOLIDATE_CP>ESH_EX_CONSOLIDATE_CP</></>
(set <LS>Deletion To-Date</> to one year in the past)
Start transaction <DS><DS:TRAN.SA38>SA38</></> (or <DS>
<DS:TRAN.SA38>SA38</></>) and note down the selection criteria for
object types for your report variant &V1&.
Open the Administration Cockpit and maintain scheduling for all search
connectors related to the object types of your report variant (menu
<LS>Actions</><ZK> -> </><LS>Schedule Indexing, Real-Time Indexing</>)
Open the Administration Cockpit and maintain real-time indexing settings
(menu <LS>System Settings</><ZK> -> </><LS>Control Real-Time Indexing
</>)
For more information, see the documentation for <ZH>Real-Time Indexing
</>.

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_EX051 - Real-time indexing (migration to new change-pointer handling) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_EX051 is related to the real-time indexing process in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework, specifically concerning the migration to a new change-pointer handling mechanism. This error typically arises when there are issues with the configuration or execution of the real-time indexing process.
  Cause:
  
  Change Pointer Configuration: The error may occur if the change pointer mechanism is not properly configured or if there are inconsistencies in the change pointers.
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the data being indexed or if the data does not meet the expected format, it can lead to this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The settings for the real-time indexing might be missing or incorrectly set up in the system.
  System Performance Issues: Performance issues in the SAP system can also lead to timeouts or failures in the indexing process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Change Pointer Configuration: Ensure that the change pointer mechanism is correctly configured. This includes verifying that the necessary change pointers are activated for the relevant objects.
  Review Indexing Settings: Go to the SAP ESH configuration and check the settings for real-time indexing. Make sure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  Monitor Change Pointers: Use transaction codes like SCDO (Change Document Objects) to monitor the change pointers and ensure they are being generated correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data that is being indexed. Ensure that there are no missing or corrupt records.
  System Performance: Check the performance of the SAP system. If there are performance issues, consider optimizing the system or increasing resources.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue. Use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and real-time indexing for detailed configuration steps and best practices.
  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, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ESH_EX051 error effectively.