How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP261 - Node is referenced in NSNW 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: 261

• Message text: Node is referenced in NSNW navigation path &1, step &2

What causes this issue?

The node is referenced in step &v2& of navigation path &v1& and used to
define authorization check control 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_REP261 - Node is referenced in NSNW navigation path &1, step &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP261 indicates that there is an issue with the navigation path in the Enterprise Search (ES) framework, specifically related to the Object Model. This error typically arises when a node in the navigation path is not properly defined or is missing in the context of the search model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Node Definition: The node referenced in the error message may not be defined in the Object Model or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the navigation path settings or the object model.
  Transport Issues: If the object model was transported from one system to another, some dependencies may not have been transported correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that the navigation path relies on.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Definition: Verify that the node referenced in the error message exists in the Object Model. You can do this by navigating to the Object Model configuration in the SAP system.
  Review Navigation Path: Check the navigation path configuration to ensure that all nodes are correctly defined and linked.
  Recreate or Activate Node: If the node is missing or inactive, recreate it or activate it in the Object Model.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the Object Model and navigation paths to identify and resolve any discrepancies.
  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:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ESH_COCKPIT or EHS_OBJECT_MODEL to access the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for 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_REP261 error in your SAP system.