How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP355 - Role type &1, role &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Role type &1, role &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP355 - Role type &1, role &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP355 indicates that a specific role type and role do not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) or Object Model framework when the system is trying to access or utilize a role that has not been defined or is not available in the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Definition: The specified role type and role have not been created or defined in the system.
  Incorrect Role Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the role type or role name being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified role.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the role type and role.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., PFCG for role maintenance) and verify if the role type and role exist.
  If they do not exist, create the necessary role and role type.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Name:
  
  Double-check the spelling and naming conventions used for the role type and role in your configuration or code.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You may need to assign the appropriate roles to the user.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the Enterprise Search or Object Model to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Check if the role is part of a specific application or module that needs to be activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Enterprise Search and Object Model configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.