How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP319 - Description already exists in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 319

• Message text: Description already exists in language &2

What causes this issue?

A description already exists for data provider &V1& in language &V2&.

System Response

You cannot add the description.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP319 - Description already exists in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP319 with the description "already exists in language &2" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the Object Model Repository. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or register an object (like a search model or a repository entry) that already exists in the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an entry in the system for the same object in the specified language. This could happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new entry with the same identifier as an existing one.
  There was a previous attempt to create the entry that was not properly cleaned up or deleted.
  
  
  
  Language-Specific Issues: The error specifically mentions a language, which means that the object you are trying to create is already defined in that particular language.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check if the object already exists in the specified language.
  Look for the object in the relevant repository or model to confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry:
  
  If you find that the object already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing entry is no longer needed, you may delete it to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Identifier: If you are trying to create a new object and it is essential to keep both, consider using a different identifier or name for the new entry.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If this issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport does not contain duplicate entries for the same object.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object model or repository you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.