How To Fix ESH_TREX_ADMIN117 - Found record for node &1 in line &2 with no target record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TREX_ADMIN - TREX Indexing and Index Administration

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Found record for node &1 in line &2 with no target record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN117 - Found record for node &1 in line &2 with no target record ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN117 typically indicates an issue related to the TREX (Text Retrieval and Extraction) system, which is part of the SAP NetWeaver platform. This error suggests that there is a record in the TREX index that does not have a corresponding target record in the database. This can occur due to various reasons, such as data inconsistencies, incomplete data updates, or issues during the indexing process.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The record in the TREX index may have been created or updated, but the corresponding record in the database was deleted or not updated properly.
  Indexing Issues: There may have been an error during the indexing process that caused some records to be indexed incorrectly or incompletely.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has recently undergone a migration or upgrade, there may be discrepancies between the indexed data and the actual database records.
  Data Deletion: If records were deleted from the source system but not from the TREX index, this can lead to orphaned records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reindexing: The most common solution is to reindex the TREX data. This can be done through the SAP GUI or the TREX administration tools. Reindexing will rebuild the index and should resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  Go to the TREX administration interface.
  Select the relevant index and choose the option to reindex.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency: Verify the consistency of the data in the source system. Ensure that all records that should be indexed are present and correctly updated in the database.
  
  
  Delete Orphaned Records: If you identify specific orphaned records, you may need to delete them manually from the TREX index. This can usually be done through the TREX administration tools.
  
  
  Monitor Logs: Check the TREX logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue. This can help identify the root cause.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TREX Administration: Familiarize yourself with the TREX administration tools and interfaces, as they are essential for managing and troubleshooting indexing issues.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for TREX and ESH (Enterprise Search) for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring for your TREX system to catch issues early and maintain data consistency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_TREX_ADMIN117 error and ensure that your TREX index is functioning correctly.