How To Fix ESH_SEARCH109 - Error occurred during indexing via next by timestamp

ESH_SEARCH109 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Error occurred during indexing via next by timestamp

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH109 - Error occurred during indexing via next by timestamp ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH109 indicates that there was an issue during the indexing process in the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) system. This error typically occurs when the system attempts to index data based on a timestamp but encounters a problem that prevents it from completing the operation successfully.
  Causes:
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data being indexed.
  Database Locking: The database might be locked or busy, preventing the indexing process from accessing the necessary data.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the ESH or the underlying database can lead to indexing failures.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, disk space) can hinder the indexing process.
  Network Issues: If the indexing process involves remote data sources, network issues can disrupt the indexing operation.
  Expired or Invalid Timestamps: The timestamps being used for indexing may be invalid or expired.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application and system logs for more detailed error messages