How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG173 - Finished tasks w/o thumbnail file exist: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Finished tasks w/o thumbnail file exist: &1

What causes this issue?

For &V1& files no thumbnail will be displayed (Fiori Launchpad, search).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

For file types like "zip" no thumbnails are available.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG173 - Finished tasks w/o thumbnail file exist: &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG173 indicates that there are finished tasks in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework that do not have associated thumbnail files. This can occur in scenarios where tasks are processed, but the expected thumbnail files (which are often used for visual representation in search results) are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Thumbnail Files: The primary cause of this error is that the system has completed tasks that should have generated thumbnail files, but these files are either not created or not stored in the expected location.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ESH settings that prevent the generation of thumbnails.
  File System Issues: Problems with the file system where thumbnails are stored, such as permissions or disk space issues, can also lead to this error.
  Data Processing Errors: If there were errors during the data processing phase, it might result in incomplete or missing thumbnail files.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Thumbnail Generation: Verify if the thumbnail generation process is functioning correctly. You may need to check the relevant settings in the ESH configuration.
  Reprocess Tasks: If possible, reprocess the tasks that are reported as finished without thumbnails. This may regenerate the missing files.
  Check File System: Ensure that the file system where thumbnails are stored is accessible, has sufficient space, and that the necessary permissions are set correctly.
  Review Logs: Look at the application logs for any errors or warnings that occurred during the thumbnail generation process. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ESH and thumbnail generation for any specific troubleshooting steps or patches that may be applicable.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Enterprise Search (ESH): This is a framework in SAP that allows users to search across various data sources. Thumbnails are often used to enhance the search experience by providing visual cues.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates and patches.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your ESH system is properly configured, including settings related to data indexing and thumbnail generation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH error message ESH_FL_MSG173.