How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP066 - Description in language &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Description in language &2 already exists

What causes this issue?

A description already exists for system ID &V1& in language &V2&.

System Response

You cannot add the description.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP066 - Description in language &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP066 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create an object model representation in the Enterprise Search (ESH) system, but an object with the same name or identifier already exists in the specified language. This can occur during the configuration of the ESH or when trying to create or modify object models.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that there is already an existing object model representation in the system for the specified language.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the object model settings or an attempt to import or replicate an existing model without proper checks.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Object Models: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where object models are managed (e.g., ESH configuration).
  Look for existing object models in the specified language and verify if the one you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry:
  
  If a duplicate entry exists and is not needed, consider deleting or modifying it to resolve the conflict.
  If the existing entry is required, you may need to adjust your new entry to avoid the conflict (e.g., by changing the name or identifier).
  
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers: 
  
  When creating new object models, ensure that the identifiers or names are unique to prevent conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to ESH and object model configurations for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: 
  
  If this error occurs after a transport, ensure that the transport did not inadvertently create duplicates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ESH_COCKPIT for managing Enterprise Search configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.