How To Fix SIC_INDEX_CONF033 - Index object type is mandatory

SIC_INDEX_CONF033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_INDEX_CONF - Messages for indexing

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Index object type is mandatory

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_INDEX_CONF033 - Index object type is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message SIC_INDEX_CONF033 indicates that an index object type is mandatory but has not been specified in the configuration. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or configure an index in the SAP system, and the system requires a specific object type to be defined.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a required field in the configuration settings for the index. Specifically, the system expects you to specify the type of index object you are working with, but this information is missing or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Index Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF (for Internet Communication Framework) or the relevant transaction where you are configuring the index.
  
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Look for the section where you define the index object. Ensure that you have specified the index object type correctly. This could be a specific type of database index