How To Fix INDEXING020 - SDOK_INDEX_SEARCH: Exception &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INDEXING - Messages that Occur During Indexing

• Message number: 020

• Message text: SDOK_INDEX_SEARCH: Exception &1

What causes this issue?

An exception was triggered when function module SDOK_INDEX_SEARCH was
called.

System Response

Exceptions:
1:
No index space was found (NO_INDEX_SPACE)
2:
No index category was determined (NO_INDEX_CATEGORY)
3:
The index category does not exist (CATID_UNKNOWN)
4:
Internal error (INTERN_ERROR)
5:
Parameter error (PARAMETER_ERROR)
6:
Error defining the language (LANGUAGE_ERROR)
7:
Attribute error (ATTRIBUTE_ERROR)
8:
RFC_SYS error (RFC_SYS_FAILURE)
9:
RFC_COM error (RFC_COM_FAILURE)
10:
No RFC destination defined (NO_RFC_DEST)
11:
Other error (XERROR)

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INDEXING020 - SDOK_INDEX_SEARCH: Exception &1 ?

  The SAP error message INDEXING020 SDOK_INDEX_SEARCH: Exception &1 typically relates to issues encountered during the indexing or searching of documents in the SAP Document Management System (DMS) or similar components that utilize the SAP Knowledge Provider (KPro) framework. This error can occur for various reasons, including configuration issues, problems with the underlying database, or issues with the document itself.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Indexing Issues: The document may not be indexed correctly, or there may be a problem with the indexing process.
  Database Connection Problems: There could be issues with the database connection that prevent the system from accessing the necessary data.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the DMS or KPro settings can lead to this error.
  Document Corruption: The document being searched for may be corrupted or not properly stored in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document or perform the search.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Reindexing: If the issue is related to indexing, you may need to reindex the documents. This can often be done through transaction codes like SCDO or SCDO_INDEX.
  Check Database Connections: Ensure that the database connections are properly configured and that the database is accessible.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for DMS and KPro to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Document Integrity: Verify the integrity of the document in question. If it is corrupted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it.
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the documents and perform searches.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCDO, SCDO_INDEX, and SCDO_ADMIN for managing documents and indexing.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for DMS and KPro for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.