How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN255 - The full-text index is expected on generated ESH table &1.&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 255

• Message text: The full-text index is expected on generated ESH table &1.&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN255 - The full-text index is expected on generated ESH table &1.&2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN255 indicates that a full-text index is expected on a generated ESH (Enterprise Search) table in the SAP HANA database. This error typically arises when the system is trying to perform a search operation, but the necessary full-text index is not available on the specified table.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Full-Text Index: The primary cause of this error is that the full-text index has not been created for the specified ESH table. This can happen if the table was generated but the indexing process was not completed.
  Table Not Properly Initialized: If the ESH table was not properly initialized or if there were issues during the table generation process, the full-text index may not have been created.
  Database Configuration Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database configuration or permissions that prevent the creation of the full-text index.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Full-Text Index:
  
  You can manually create the full-text index for the specified table using SQL commands in the SAP HANA database. The command typically looks like this:
  CREATE FULLTEXT INDEX <index_name> ON <schema_name>.<table_name> (<column_name>);
  
  Replace <index_name>, <schema_name>, <table_name>, and <column_name> with the appropriate values for your specific case.
  
  
  
  Reinitialize the ESH Table:
  
  If the table was not properly initialized, you may need to reinitialize it. This can often be done through the SAP GUI or relevant transaction codes (like /n/IHMC/ESH_ADMIN).
  Ensure that the necessary background jobs for indexing are scheduled and executed.
  
  
  
  Check Database Logs:
  
  Review the database logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the full-text index was not created. This can provide insights into any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that your SAP HANA system is properly configured for full-text search capabilities. This includes checking the necessary parameters and settings in the HANA database.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HANA Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for detailed information on full-text indexing and ESH configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or a deeper configuration issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_HANA_ADMIN255 error and ensure that the necessary full-text index is created for your ESH tables.