How To Fix INDEXING037 - Error in limited attribute search

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INDEXING - Messages that Occur During Indexing

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Error in limited attribute search

What causes this issue?

A document that should not have been found because of the restrictions
was found in the attribute search (in the database).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INDEXING037 - Error in limited attribute search ?

  The SAP error message INDEXING037 typically indicates an issue with the indexing of attributes in the SAP system, particularly when performing a limited attribute search. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the indexing process itself.
  Causes:
  
  Indexing Issues: The attribute being searched may not be properly indexed, or the index may be corrupted.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that prevent the search from being executed correctly.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the search or indexing parameters can lead to this error.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may not be able to process the search request efficiently, leading to errors.
  Missing Attributes: The attributes being searched for may not exist in the database or may not be defined correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Rebuild Indexes: If the issue is related to indexing, you may need to rebuild the indexes for