How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP356 - Icon &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Icon &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP356 - Icon &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP356 with the description "Icon &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver platform when the system is trying to display an icon that is not available in the specified location or repository.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Icon File: The icon that the system is trying to reference does not exist in the expected directory or repository.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the object model or the search service may be pointing to an incorrect or outdated icon.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the icon may not have been included or properly transported.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the icon.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Icon Availability:
  
  Verify that the icon file exists in the specified location. You can check the SAP GUI or the relevant transaction (like SE80 or SE78) to see if the icon is present.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If the icon is missing, you may need to update the configuration to point to a valid icon or upload the missing icon file.
  Check the settings in the relevant object model or search configuration to ensure that the icon path is correct.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary files, including icons, were included in the transport request.
  You may need to re-transport the missing files or manually upload them to the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the icon. You can check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart or cache refresh may be required to clear any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for SAP Enterprise Search or the specific module you are working with to understand how icons are managed and configured.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.