How To Fix NI020 - No documents to be updated for document index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NI - Document index processing

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No documents to be updated for document index

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NI020 - No documents to be updated for document index ?

  The SAP error message NI020 ("No documents to be updated for document index") typically occurs in the context of document management and indexing within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system did not find any documents that need to be updated in the document index, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  No New Documents: There may simply be no new documents that require indexing. This can happen if the documents have already been indexed previously.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to identify documents for indexing may not match any existing documents.
  Document Status: The documents you are trying to index may not be in a status that allows them to be indexed (e.g., they may be archived or deleted).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the document management system or the indexing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or index the documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Availability: Verify that there are indeed documents that need to be indexed. You can do this by checking the relevant document management transactions.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for indexing are correct and that they match the documents you expect to be indexed.
  Document Status Check: Make sure that the documents are in the correct status for indexing. If they are archived or in a status that prevents indexing, you may need to change their status.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the document management system and the indexing process. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the indexing process has the necessary authorizations to access and index the documents.
  Run Indexing Manually: If the automatic indexing process is not working, you can try to run the indexing process manually to see if it yields different results.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) or SICF (Maintain Services) for managing document indexing and archiving.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to document indexing. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address your issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document management and indexing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.