How To Fix ESH_TREX_ADMIN013 - Indexes could not be renamed

ESH_TREX_ADMIN013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TREX_ADMIN - TREX Indexing and Index Administration

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Indexes could not be renamed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN013 - Indexes could not be renamed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN013: Indexes could not be renamed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP TREX) system when there is an issue with renaming indexes. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Index Locking: The index might be locked by another process, preventing it from being renamed.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or service account executing the rename operation may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the TREX settings or the index itself.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database or storage where the index is located can also lead to this error.
  Index Corruption: The index might be corrupted, making it impossible to rename.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Index Status: Use the TREX administration tools to check the status of the index. Ensure that it is not locked or in a state that