How To Fix ESH_EX118 - Process has terminated without concluding all tasks - &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_EX - Extraction

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Process has terminated without concluding all tasks - &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_EX118 - Process has terminated without concluding all tasks - &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_EX118 indicates that a process has terminated without completing all tasks. This error is typically associated with the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) and can occur for various reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Timeout Issues: The process may have taken too long to execute, leading to a timeout.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory) can cause processes to terminate unexpectedly.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP ESH or related components can lead to process failures.
  Data Issues: Problems with the data being processed, such as inconsistencies or corruption, can cause the process to fail.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP system and the database or other services can lead to incomplete task execution.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP software or specific patches that need to be applied.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and