How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG087 - Status of tasks for job Id &1 ( error: &2, unfinished: &3 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Status of tasks for job Id &1 ( error: &2, unfinished: &3 )

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

There are unfinshed tasks.
Ignore this warning if file processing is currently working on tasks. In
this case the numbers will change over time.

How to fix this error?

Check if program ESH_FL_PROCESS_TASKS has been scheduled/run for job ID
&V1& and action 'Retrieve file processing results'.

Procedure for System Administrators

For integration of file processing, applications implement extension
spot BADI_ESH_IF_FILE_LOADER (transaction SE19). For search model &v4&
the filter value for IV_JOB_ID is &v1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG087 - Status of tasks for job Id &1 ( error: &2, unfinished: &3 ) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG087 typically relates to issues encountered during the execution of a background job in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error message indicates that there are problems with the status of tasks associated with a specific job ID.
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Job Execution Issues: The job may have encountered an error during execution, leading to an unfinished status.
  Resource Constraints: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can cause jobs to fail or not complete.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for the job or the ESH framework can lead to failures.
  Data Issues: Problems with the data being processed (e.g., missing data, data inconsistencies) can also cause the job to fail.
  System Errors: General system errors or interruptions during job execution can lead to this message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue indicated by ESH_FL_MSG087, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Job Logs: Go to transaction code SM37 to check the job logs for the specific job ID mentioned in the error message. Look for any error messages or warnings that can provide more context on what went wrong.
  
  
  Analyze Error Details: The error message will include specific error codes and unfinished task counts. Analyze these details to understand the nature of the problem.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the ESH and the specific job is correct. Check for any recent changes that might have affected the job.
  
  
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources during job execution to ensure that there are enough resources available. If necessary, consider optimizing the job or scheduling it during off-peak hours.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed by the job. Ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing data that could cause the job to fail.
  
  
  Retry the Job: After addressing any identified issues, you can retry the job. If it continues to fail, further investigation may be needed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  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: 
  
  SM37 - Job Monitoring
  SLG1 - Application Log
  ST22 - Dump Analysis
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the ESH framework or the specific job you are working with.
  
  
  System Performance: Regularly monitor system performance and job execution times to identify any patterns that may indicate underlying issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_FL_MSG087 error message in your SAP system.