How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN228 - Cannot create full-text index on &1.&2 - attribute &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Cannot create full-text index on &1.&2 - attribute &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN228 - Cannot create full-text index on &1.&2 - attribute &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN228 indicates that there is an issue with creating a full-text index in the SAP HANA database. Specifically, the error states that the attribute specified does not exist in the context of the entity you are trying to index. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Non-Existent Attribute: The attribute specified in the error message does not exist in the data model or the table you are trying to create the full-text index on.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the attribute name, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Model Changes: The data model may have been changed (e.g., attributes added or removed) after the index was defined, leading to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the full-text index may not be set up correctly, pointing to an attribute that is not part of the entity.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Verify Attribute Existence:
  
  Check the data model or the table definition to ensure that the attribute specified in the error message actually exists.
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or the relevant tools to inspect the schema and confirm the attribute's presence.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  If there is a typo in the attribute name, correct it in the index definition.
  
  
  
  Update the Index Definition:
  
  If the data model has changed, you may need to update the full-text index definition to reflect the current state of the model.
  Drop the existing index and recreate it with the correct attributes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the full-text index to ensure that all attributes are correctly defined and that there are no references to non-existent attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on creating full-text indexes and the specific requirements for attributes.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP HANA Documentation: Check the official SAP HANA documentation for detailed information on full-text indexing and attribute requirements.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can offer insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully create the full-text index.