How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP481 - Request fields &1 and &2 have the same description in language &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Request fields &1 and &2 have the same description in language &3

What causes this issue?

The request fields &v1& and &v2& belong to the same request and have the
same description in language &v3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

This may cause problems because the fields cannot be distinguished by
their description.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP481 - Request fields &1 and &2 have the same description in language &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP481 indicates that there is a conflict in the object model where two request fields have the same description in a specific language. This can occur in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or similar applications where object models are defined, and it is crucial for each field to have a unique description to avoid ambiguity.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Descriptions: The primary cause of this error is that two or more request fields have been defined with the same description in the specified language (denoted by &3).
  Configuration Issues: This can happen due to incorrect configuration or data entry during the setup of the object model.
  Data Migration: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the object model, it may lead to duplicate descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicate Fields: Check the object model configuration to identify which fields are causing the conflict. You can do this by reviewing the request fields in the relevant object model.
  Modify Descriptions: Change the description of one of the conflicting fields to ensure that all request fields have unique descriptions in the specified language.
  Consistency Check: After making changes, perform a consistency check on the object model to ensure that there are no further conflicts.
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the production environment properly.
  Testing: After resolving the issue, test the functionality to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to access and modify the object model definitions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or the specific module you are working with for more detailed guidance on object model configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.