How To Fix ESH_HANA_FL_ADMIN020 - Documents timed out during indexing: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_FL_ADMIN - ESH HANA File Loader

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Documents timed out during indexing: &1

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

The maximum run time settings can be adjusted to your needs.
Change global settings:
File Loader System Settings:
Maintain Table Views (transaction SM30, view ESH_CU_FL_SET_SY)
Change connector specific settings:
File Loader Settings:
View Cluster Maintenance (transaction SM34, view VC_ESH_PSIZE)

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_FL_ADMIN020 - Documents timed out during indexing: &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_FL_ADMIN020 indicates that documents have timed out during the indexing process in the SAP HANA environment, specifically related to the Enterprise Search (ESH) functionality. This error can occur for various reasons, including performance issues, configuration problems, or resource limitations.
  Causes:
  
  Timeout Settings: The indexing process may exceed the configured timeout settings, leading to a timeout error.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, disk I/O) can cause the indexing process to take longer than expected.
  Large Volume of Data: A large number of documents or very large documents being indexed can lead to timeouts.
  Network Issues: If the indexing process involves network calls (e.g., to external systems), network latency or interruptions can cause timeouts.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the indexing settings or the search application can lead to performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: Review and increase the timeout settings for the indexing process. This can often be done in the configuration settings of the SAP HANA system or the ESH application.
  Optimize System Resources: Ensure that the SAP HANA system has adequate resources. Monitor CPU, memory, and disk usage, and consider scaling up resources if necessary.
  Batch Processing: If indexing a large volume of data, consider breaking it into smaller batches to avoid timeouts.
  Check Network Performance: If the indexing process involves network calls, ensure that the network is stable and has sufficient bandwidth.
  Review Logs: Check the logs for more detailed error messages or warnings that can provide insights into what might be causing the timeouts.
  Indexing Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the indexing process to ensure they are optimized for your specific use case.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for indexing in SAP HANA.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and HANA for detailed information on configuration and performance tuning.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the ESH_HANA_FL_ADMIN020 error and improve the indexing performance in your SAP HANA environment.