How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG080 - Update of Where-Used index scheduled (needed for SW Comp. update)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Update of Where-Used index scheduled (needed for SW Comp. update)

What causes this issue?

The program &v1& has been scheduled to be run after import of transport
requests (event &v2&).
For details have a look at the transaction "Simple Job Selection" (SM37)
and choose "or after event" = &v2&.

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

The program will update the where-used index of ABAP interfaces
immediately after transport requests have been imported.
The index-update is needed to update NW Enterprise Search models. An
outdated where-used index leads to pending model updates. If needed,
Model updates can also be triggered from the Import Log (menu "Actions")
of the Search and Analytics Modeler. This function does not rely on the
where-used index but the background job will run up to about 4 hours.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG080 - Update of Where-Used index scheduled (needed for SW Comp. update) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG080 indicates that an update of the Where-Used index is scheduled, which is necessary for the software component update. This message typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or when dealing with software component updates in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The Where-Used index is outdated or needs to be refreshed to reflect the current state of the software components.
  There may be pending updates or changes in the software components that require the index to be updated before proceeding with further operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Index Update:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) and check the status of the Where-Used index.
  You can also use transaction EHS_IEF to monitor the index update process.
  
  
  
  Manually Trigger the Index Update:
  
  If the index update is scheduled but not yet completed, you may need to manually trigger it. This can often be done through the relevant transaction or by executing a background job that updates the index.
  Use transaction SE38 to run the report ESH_INDEX_UPDATE or similar, depending on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 to check if there are any background jobs related to the index update that are currently running or have failed. If a job has failed, investigate the logs to determine the cause of the failure.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on why the index update is needed or why it might be failing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be specific instructions or patches available that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any logs you have collected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Where-Used List: The Where-Used index is crucial for various functionalities in SAP, including the ability to find where specific objects are used within the system.
  Enterprise Search: If you are using SAP Enterprise Search, the index is essential for search functionalities, and keeping it updated ensures that search results are accurate and relevant.
  Software Component Updates: Regular updates to software components may require periodic updates to the Where-Used index to ensure compatibility and functionality.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_IEF_MSG080 error and successfully update the Where-Used index.