How To Fix INDEXING021 - Error &2 in processing the requests for index category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INDEXING - Messages that Occur During Indexing

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Error &2 in processing the requests for index category &1

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when editing the requests.

System Response

The following errors are possible:
Error 9 :
The given index category is being edited.
Error 10:
The given index category does not exist.
Others:
Unknown error

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INDEXING021 - Error &2 in processing the requests for index category &1 ?

  The SAP error message INDEXING021 typically indicates an issue with the indexing process for a specific index category in the SAP system. This error can occur during the processing of requests related to the indexing of data, which is crucial for efficient data retrieval and reporting.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data that is being indexed.
  Locking Issues: The index may be locked by another process, preventing the current request from being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for the index category can lead to processing errors.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or disk space) can hinder the indexing process.
  Transport Issues: If the index category was recently transported from another system, there may be issues related to the transport.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the INDEXING021 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed