How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP347 - Assignment to UI area &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 347

• Message text: Assignment to UI area &1 already exists

What causes this issue?

The response field is already assigned to UI area &v1&.

System Response

You cannot assigned it again.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP347 - Assignment to UI area &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP347 with the description "Assignment to UI area &1 already exists" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver platform when there is an attempt to assign an object model to a UI area that has already been assigned.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The object model you are trying to assign to a specific UI area is already assigned to that area. This can happen if there are multiple attempts to assign the same object model to the same UI area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the same object model is inadvertently configured multiple times for the same UI area.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it might lead to inconsistencies in the assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., Esh_om_ui_area or similar) and check the existing assignments for the UI area in question. Ensure that the object model is not already assigned.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignment:
  
  If you find that the object model is already assigned, you can either remove the duplicate assignment or modify your configuration to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the object model and UI area to ensure that there are no conflicting entries. Make sure that the object model is only assigned once to each UI area.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that there are no inconsistencies between the development, quality, and production environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to Enterprise Search and object model assignments for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as Esh_om_ui_area, Esh_om_obj_model, or others related to Enterprise Search configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the components involved. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  System Logs: Check system logs (e.g., ST22, SM21) 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 and resolve the cause of the error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP347.