How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP365 - Parent category &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 365

• Message text: Parent category &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP365 - Parent category &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP365 indicates that there is an issue with the object model in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework, specifically that a parent category referenced in the model does not exist. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when configuring search models, categories, or when there are inconsistencies in the data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent Category: The specified parent category (denoted by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system. This could be due to deletion or misconfiguration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the object model may have been altered incorrectly, leading to references to non-existent categories.
  Transport Issues: If the object model was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the parent category to be missing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to look for a parent category that is not available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Category Definitions: Verify that the parent category exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system (e.g., ESH configuration) and checking the list of categories.
  Recreate Missing Categories: If the parent category is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Review Object Model Configuration: Go through the object model configuration to ensure that all references are correct and that there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to see if there were any errors or warnings related to the object model or categories.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the ESH configuration to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the object model.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ESH_COCKPIT or EHS_CONFIG to access the Enterprise Search configuration and check the object model.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search for detailed information on configuring object models and categories.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.