What is indicated when a report still needs to create hcache after running?

When a report still needs to create hcache after running, it indicates that auto-cache is disabled. In Fortinet’s FortiAnalyzer, hcache (hash cache) is essential for optimizing performance and speed during report generation. If auto-cache is disabled, the system cannot utilize pre-computed cache data, necessitating that the report creation process generate the cache afresh each time. This can lead to longer processing times, as each report needs to compute its required data without the benefit of previously stored hcache.

In contexts where logs are processed or report data is being verified, one might still be able to create reports. However, the key factor here is the status of the auto-cache feature, which directly affects the caching process during report generation. If hcache has failed, it would signify an issue with the cache's functionality, pointing to a different problem rather than simply needing to create it. Similarly, if report data is old, it does not relate directly to the caching state but rather to the freshness of log data in relation to report creation. The core reason behind the need for hcache creation lies in the auto-cache setting, emphasizing its importance in report efficiency.