How To Fix ESH_EX101 - Indexing has been suspended globally

ESH_EX101 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_EX - Extraction

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Indexing has been suspended globally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_EX101 - Indexing has been suspended globally ?

  The SAP error message ESH_EX101: Indexing has been suspended globally typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when the indexing process is halted due to various reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the search system or the underlying database that prevent indexing from proceeding.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, disk space) can lead to the suspension of indexing.
  Errors in Indexing Jobs: Previous indexing jobs may have failed, causing the system to suspend further indexing operations.
  Locking Issues: If there are locks on the index tables or related objects, this can prevent indexing from occurring.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Indexing Status: Use transaction code /IWFND/ERROR_LOG or /IWFND/SEARCH to check the status of the indexing jobs and identify