How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP009 - Key of object type description is not fully specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Key of object type description is not fully specified

What causes this issue?

The object type or the language is initial.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the object type and the language.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP009 - Key of object type description is not fully specified ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP009 indicates that there is an issue with the specification of a key for an object type description in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or the Object Model. This error typically arises when the system expects a fully specified key for an object type, but the provided key is incomplete or missing certain required components.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Key Specification: The key for the object type description is not fully specified. This could mean that one or more required fields or parameters are missing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the object model or the search settings that leads to the system not being able to resolve the object type correctly.
  Data Integrity Issues: The underlying data may be inconsistent or incomplete, leading to the inability to construct a valid key.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the object type in the SAP system. Ensure that all required fields are correctly defined and populated.
  Verify Key Specification: Ensure that the key you are using to reference the object type is complete and includes all necessary components. This may involve checking the documentation for the specific object type to understand what constitutes a complete key.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data related to the object type. Ensure that all necessary data entries are present and correctly formatted.
  Rebuild Indexes: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the search indexes related to the object model. This can sometimes resolve issues related to stale or corrupted data.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you may want to debug the process that leads to this error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and Object Model configuration for detailed guidance on setting up and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.