How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP232 - Relation is used in NQF navigation path &1, step &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Relation is used in NQF navigation path &1, step &2

What causes this issue?

Relation is used in step &v2& of navigation path &v1& and to assign
request fields to node fields.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP232 - Relation is used in NQF navigation path &1, step &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP232 indicates that a relation is being used in a navigation path (NQF - Navigation Query Framework) that is not valid or has issues. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse (BW) when there are inconsistencies in the object model or navigation paths.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Relation: The relation specified in the error message is either not defined correctly or has been deleted or modified in a way that it is no longer valid.
  Inconsistent Object Model: Changes in the underlying data model or object definitions may lead to inconsistencies in the navigation paths.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the navigation path settings or the object model that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Navigation Path: Review the navigation path specified in the error message (&1 for the path and &2 for the step). Ensure that the relations used in this path are correctly defined and exist in the object model.
  Validate Object Model: Use transaction codes like Esh_om or Esh_om_model to check the object model and ensure that all relations are correctly defined and active.
  Recreate or Adjust Relations: If the relation is invalid, you may need to recreate it or adjust the existing relations in the object model.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or object definitions, ensure that all related configurations are updated accordingly.
  Transport Issues: If this issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as Esh_om, Esh_om_model, and others that can help you navigate and troubleshoot object models and navigation paths.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP232 error message.