How To Fix SIC_INDEX_CONF029 - &1 is not a valid search engine

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_INDEX_CONF - Messages for indexing

• Message number: 029

• Message text: &1 is not a valid search engine

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_INDEX_CONF029 - &1 is not a valid search engine ?

  The SAP error message SIC_INDEX_CONF029 indicates that the specified search engine is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's search functionality, particularly when dealing with the SAP NetWeaver Search and Classification (TREX) or other search engines configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Search Engine Configuration: The search engine specified in the configuration is either not defined or has been incorrectly configured.
  Missing or Inactive Search Engine: The search engine might not be active or might not exist in the system.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the search engine name when it was referenced in the configuration.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes made during a system upgrade or configuration changes might have led to the search engine being removed or renamed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Search Engine Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance) and check the configuration of the search engine.
  Ensure that the search engine you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Search Engine Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the search engine in your configuration settings. Make sure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Activate Search Engine:
  
  If the search engine is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the configuration settings of the search engine.
  
  
  
  Check TREX Configuration:
  
  If you are using TREX, ensure that it is properly configured and running. You can check the TREX administration tools to verify its status.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific search engine you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SICF: For managing HTTP services.
  SICF: For checking the configuration of search services.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Search and Classification, TREX, and search engine configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SIC_INDEX_CONF029 error message.