How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP251 - Data type is referenced in data provider &1, field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Data type is referenced in data provider &1, field &2

What causes this issue?

The data type is referenced in the following data provider field:
Data provider: &v1&
Data provider field: &v2&

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_REP251 - Data type is referenced in data provider &1, field &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP251 indicates that there is a data type referenced in a data provider that is causing an issue. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data model definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type defined in the data model does not match the expected data type in the data provider.
  Field Definition Issues: The field in question may not be properly defined or may have been changed without updating the corresponding data provider.
  Model Changes: Changes made to the object model or data provider that have not been synchronized or updated across all relevant components.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata definitions between the data provider and the object model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types defined in the object model and the data provider. Ensure that they match and are compatible.
  Update Data Provider: If changes have been made to the object model, ensure that the data provider is updated accordingly. This may involve regenerating or reactivating the data provider.
  Synchronize Metadata: If there are discrepancies, synchronize the metadata definitions between the object model and the data provider.
  Review Field Definitions: Check the field definitions in the data provider and ensure they are correctly defined and aligned with the object model.
  Rebuild Indexes: If applicable, consider rebuilding the indexes related to the data provider to ensure that all changes are reflected.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to inspect the data types and definitions.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.