How To Fix ESH_TREX_ADMIN161 - Delta authorization update: Could not update auth index with new records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TREX_ADMIN - TREX Indexing and Index Administration

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Delta authorization update: Could not update auth index with new records

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN161 - Delta authorization update: Could not update auth index with new records ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TREX_ADMIN161 indicates that there was an issue during the delta authorization update process in the SAP Enterprise Search (TREX) system. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to update the authorization index with new records, which can hinder the search functionality.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the delta update may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  Data Consistency Problems: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or corrupted records.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the TREX or the underlying database can lead to update failures.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or TREX service not running properly.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or disk space) can prevent the update from completing successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the delta update. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Review Logs: Check the TREX logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the update process.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data being indexed to ensure there are no missing or corrupted records.
  TREX Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for TREX and ensure they are correctly set up. This includes checking the connection settings and ensuring that the TREX service is running.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources to ensure that there is enough memory and disk space available for the update process.
  Restart Services: Sometimes, simply restarting the TREX service or the entire SAP system can resolve transient issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  TREX Administration: Familiarize yourself with the TREX administration tools and logs, as they can provide valuable information for troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and TREX for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.