How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP447 - Types of field &1 and &2 are incompatible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 447

• Message text: Types of field &1 and &2 are incompatible

What causes this issue?

The fields &v1& and &v2& are not completely compatible.
They have the same type but differ in length or number of decimals or
it is a combination of type RAW length 16 with CHAR length 32 or
it is a combination of type SSTR and CHAR with different length.

System Response

The fields can be assigned within a relation.

How to fix this error?

This situation may cause problems.

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_REP447 - Types of field &1 and &2 are incompatible ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP447 indicates that there is a type mismatch between two fields in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or Object Model. This typically occurs when the system is trying to compare or process two fields that are expected to be of the same data type, but they are not.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the fields being compared or processed have different data types. For example, one field might be an integer while the other is a string.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the data model or the search model where the field definitions are not aligned.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be introducing inconsistencies in the data types.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data sources or structures can lead to this error if the data types are not updated accordingly in the ESH configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Review the definitions of the fields involved in the error message. Ensure that they are defined with compatible data types in the data model.
  Adjust Data Types: If you find that the data types are indeed incompatible, you may need to adjust the data types in the relevant configuration or data model.
  Review Custom Code: If there is custom code involved, review it to ensure that it is handling the fields correctly and that there are no type mismatches.
  Reconfigure Data Model: If necessary, reconfigure the data model in the ESH to ensure that all fields are correctly defined and compatible.
  Test Changes: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the Enterprise Search and Object Model configuration for best practices and guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.