How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN155 - Preceding existence check and/or deletion has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Preceding existence check and/or deletion has failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN155 - Preceding existence check and/or deletion has failed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN155 typically indicates that there was a failure during a preceding existence check or deletion operation in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) and HANA database administration. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving it.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Objects: The object you are trying to delete or check for existence may not exist in the database.
  Permission Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to perform the check or deletion.
  Database Locking: The object may be locked by another transaction, preventing the operation from completing.
  Corrupted Metadata: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the metadata related to the objects in the HANA database.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the ESH or HANA system can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object you are trying to delete or check exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using HANA Studio.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the operation. You may need to consult with your system administrator to verify user roles and privileges.
  Release Locks: If the object is locked, identify the transaction that is holding the lock and either wait for it to complete or terminate it if appropriate.
  Check for Metadata Issues: Use HANA tools to check for any inconsistencies or corruption in the metadata. You may need to run repair or consistency checks.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for ESH and HANA are correct. This may involve checking settings in the SAP system or HANA database.
  Consult Logs: Review the application and database logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ESH and HANA for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.