How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP168 - Key of data type field text is not fully specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Key of data type field text is not fully specified

What causes this issue?

The key of a data type field text consists of the fields <LS>Data Type
</>and <LS>Language</>. At least one of these fields is not specified.

System Response

The key is invalid.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP168 - Key of data type field text is not fully specified ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP168 indicates that there is an issue with the specification of a key for a data type field in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or Object Model. This error typically arises when the key for a data type field is not completely defined, which can lead to issues in data retrieval or processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Key Specification: The key for a data type field is not fully specified, meaning that one or more components of the key are missing or not properly defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or the way the data types are defined in the system.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the underlying database structure, it may lead to inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not adhere to the expected key specifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Type Definition: Review the definition of the data type in the SAP system. Ensure that all required fields for the key are specified correctly.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings related to the object model and ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Data Model Consistency: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that all related components are updated and consistent with the new structure.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to identify where the key specification is failing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of the software you are using for any known issues or patches.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the Object Model and Enterprise Search, such as Esh_om or Esh_om_config, to access configuration settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.