How To Fix SIC_INDEX_CONF013 - No fields to be indexed in SIC_INDEX_FIELDS for profile &1 and node &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_INDEX_CONF - Messages for indexing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No fields to be indexed in SIC_INDEX_FIELDS for profile &1 and node &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_INDEX_CONF013 - No fields to be indexed in SIC_INDEX_FIELDS for profile &1 and node &2 ?

  The SAP error message SIC_INDEX_CONF013 indicates that there are no fields available to be indexed for a specific profile and node in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or when dealing with the SAP Archive Development Kit (ADK).
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified profile or node may not have any fields defined for indexing. This can happen if the configuration was not set up correctly.
  Incorrect Profile/Node: The profile or node specified in the error message may not be valid or may not have been properly defined in the system.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been changes to the data model or the structure of the database tables, the fields that were previously indexed may no longer exist or may have been altered.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been fully or correctly transported.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance) and verify the configuration for the specified profile and node.
  Ensure that the fields you want to index are correctly defined in the SIC_INDEX_FIELDS table for the specified profile and node.
  
  
  
  Define Index Fields:
  
  If no fields are defined, you will need to add the necessary fields to the index configuration. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the specific profile.
  Use transaction SIC_INDEX to manage index configurations and ensure that the required fields are included.
  
  
  
  Validate Profile and Node:
  
  Double-check that the profile and node you are using are correct and exist in the system. You can do this by reviewing the relevant documentation or configuration guides.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SICF: For managing HTTP services.
  SIC_INDEX: For managing index configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.