How To Fix ESH_IF_NLQ008 - Text Analysis segmentation error: &1 -> token skipped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IF_NLQ - Messages for Natural Language Processing (NLQ)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Text Analysis segmentation error: &1 -> token skipped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IF_NLQ008 - Text Analysis segmentation error: &1 -> token skipped ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IF_NLQ008, which indicates a "Text Analysis segmentation error: &1 -> token skipped," typically arises during the text analysis process in SAP's Enterprise Search or similar applications. This error suggests that the text analysis engine encountered a token (a word or a sequence of characters) that it could not process correctly, leading to it being skipped.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported Characters: The token may contain special characters or symbols that the text analysis engine does not recognize or cannot process.
  Language Settings: The language settings for the text analysis may not match the language of the input text, leading to segmentation issues.
  Text Length: The token might be too long or too short, which can cause the text analysis engine to skip it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the text analysis settings or the underlying text analysis engine.
  Data Quality: Poor quality or malformed input data can lead to segmentation errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the input data for unsupported characters or formatting issues. Clean the data to ensure it adheres to expected formats.
  Adjust Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in the text analysis configuration match the language of the text being analyzed.
  Review Token Length: If possible, check the length of the tokens being processed and ensure they fall within acceptable limits.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the text analysis engine to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the text analysis profiles and settings in the SAP system.
  Update or Patch: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as these may contain fixes for known issues related to text analysis.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to text analysis for any specific recommendations or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to the ESH_IF_NLQ008 error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the segmentation error and implement a suitable solution.