How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG138 - Upload of dictionary file &1 failed

ESH_FL_MSG138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Upload of dictionary file &1 failed

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ESH_FL_MSG138 - Details

• The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG138 indicates that there was a failure in uploading a dictionary file, which is typically related to the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver Search functionality. This error can occur due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File Format Issues: The dictionary file may not be in the expected format or may be corrupted.
  File Size Limitations: The file being uploaded may exceed the maximum allowed size.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to upload files.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems that prevent the file from being uploaded successfully.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to the search or dictionary upload process.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database that prevent the successful upload of the dictionary file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the dictionary file is in the correct format as required