How To Fix ESH_TREX_ADMIN145 - Index check on join creation: Cannot check index &1 for existence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TREX_ADMIN - TREX Indexing and Index Administration

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Index check on join creation: Cannot check index &1 for existence

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN145 - Index check on join creation: Cannot check index &1 for existence ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN145 indicates that there is an issue with checking the existence of an index during the creation of a join in the SAP Enterprise Search (TREX) system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the specified index, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Index Not Created: The index that is being referenced in the join may not have been created yet.
  Index Name Mismatch: There could be a typo or mismatch in the index name specified in the join configuration.
  Index Deletion: The index may have been deleted or is in a state that prevents it from being accessed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the TREX system or the search connector.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the index.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Index Creation:
  
  Check if the index exists in the TREX administration tool. If it does not exist, create the index as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Index Name:
  
  Ensure that the index name specified in the join configuration is correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Recreate Index:
  
  If the index was deleted or is corrupted, consider recreating it. This may involve re-indexing the data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go through the configuration settings for the TREX system and the search connector to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access the index.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the TREX logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart TREX:
  
  In some cases, restarting the TREX server can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TREX Administration: Familiarize yourself with the TREX administration tools and how to manage indexes.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and TREX for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.