How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP173 - System group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 173

• Message text: System group &1 does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP173 - System group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP173 indicates that a specified system group does not exist in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) or Object Model (OM) configuration. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or reference a system group that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent System Group: The system group referenced in the error message is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Enterprise Search or Object Model settings.
  Transport Issues: If the system group was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the system group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Group Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., EHS_SG or similar) to verify if the system group exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the Enterprise Search or Object Model to ensure that all references to system groups are correct.
  Ensure that the system group is properly assigned to the relevant search or object model.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the system group was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included in the transport request.
  If it was not transported, you may need to manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the system group.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Enterprise Search and Object Model for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Administration: If you are not the system administrator, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team for assistance in resolving the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.