How To Fix ESH_TREX_ADMIN108 - Found duplicate record for node &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TREX_ADMIN - TREX Indexing and Index Administration

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Found duplicate record for node &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN108 - Found duplicate record for node &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN108 indicates that there is a duplicate record for a node in the TREX (Text Retrieval and Extraction) system, which is part of the SAP Enterprise Search framework. This error typically arises during the indexing process or when managing the TREX configuration.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of duplicate entries in the TREX configuration or index. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect configuration settings.
  Issues during the data import process.
  Manual changes made to the TREX configuration that resulted in duplicate nodes.
  Data inconsistencies in the source system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ESH_TREX_ADMIN108 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check TREX Configuration:
  
  Access the TREX administration tools (usually through transaction codes like TREX_ADMIN or EHS_TREX_ADMIN).
  Review the configuration for the nodes and ensure that there are no duplicates.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Records:
  
  Use the TREX administration interface to identify the specific nodes that are causing the duplication.
  You may need to look at the logs or the configuration files to find the duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  Once identified, remove or correct the duplicate entries in the TREX configuration.
  Ensure that each node has a unique identifier.
  
  
  
  Re-indexing:
  
  After resolving the duplicates, you may need to re-index the data to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Trigger a full re-indexing of the relevant data sources.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data being indexed does not contain duplicates at the source level.
  If necessary, clean up the source data to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for additional guidance on managing TREX and resolving specific errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TREX Administration: Familiarize yourself with the TREX administration tools and their functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to TREX and the specific error message for patches or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.