How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP373 - Category is parent of category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Category is parent of category &1

What causes this issue?

A category can only be deleted if it has no child categories. However
<(>,<)> this category is the parent category of &v1&.

System Response

You cannot delete the category.

How to fix this error?

Remove all child categories before deleting the category.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP373 - Category is parent of category &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP373 indicates that there is an issue related to the categorization of objects in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. Specifically, the message states that a category is a parent of another category, which can lead to conflicts or issues in the object model representation.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in scenarios where:
  
  Hierarchical Category Structure: You are trying to assign a category that is already a parent of another category, which can create a circular reference or conflict in the hierarchy.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the category definitions or relationships in the system.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the ESH settings or the object model can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Category Hierarchy:
  
  Review the category hierarchy in the ESH configuration. Ensure that the parent-child relationships are correctly defined and that there are no circular references.
  
  
  
  Adjust Category Assignments:
  
  If you are trying to assign a category to an object, ensure that the category you are assigning is not a parent of the category already assigned to that object.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the ESH configuration to identify any discrepancies in the category definitions. This can often be done through transaction codes or specific reports in SAP.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the ESH object model. Ensure that all settings are correctly defined and that there are no conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ESH and category management for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to ESH configuration, such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for service maintenance or /ESHS/OM for object model management.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP373 error in your SAP system.