Azure Cognitive Search services should have at least three replicas
Powerpipe check search_service_replica_count_3 is titled "Cognitive Search services should maintain SLA for index updates". The control checks if Cognitive Search maintains SLA for index updates.
What this control checks
Checks the replica count setting on Azure Cognitive Search services
Common pitfalls
replica_count > 3 is ok, else alarm
The query returns 'ok' when replica_count > 3, else 'alarm'.
Audit evidence
Evidence that deployed resources meet this control: PowerPipe control azure_compliance.control.search_service_replica_count_3.
Related controls
Tool mappings
Use these identifiers to cross-reference this control across tools, reports, and evidence.
- Compliance.tf Control:
search_service_replica_count_3 - Powerpipe Control:
azure_compliance.control.search_service_replica_count_3
Last reviewed: 2026-10-14