How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP654 - Could not create directory &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Could not create directory &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP654 - Could not create directory &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP654 indicates that the system is unable to create a directory specified by the path provided in the error message. This issue typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the Object Model, where the system needs to create a directory for storing data or logs.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or the service account running the SAP application may not have the necessary permissions to create directories in the specified location.
  Invalid Path: The path specified in the error message may be incorrect or may not exist.
  Disk Space Issues: The disk where the directory is to be created may be full or may have reached its quota limit.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system, such as corruption or read-only status.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to the directory paths.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to create directories in the specified location. You may need to adjust the permissions or run the SAP application with a different account that has the required access.
  
  
  Verify Path: Check the path specified in the error message to ensure it is correct. If the path does not exist, create the necessary parent directories manually.
  
  
  Free Up Disk Space: Check the disk space on the server where the directory is to be created. If the disk is full, free up some space or increase the disk capacity.
  
  
  Check File System Status: Ensure that the file system is not in a read-only state and that there are no underlying issues. You may need to run file system checks or consult with your system administrator.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the SAP configuration settings related to directory paths. Ensure that they are set correctly and point to valid locations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and Object Model for more context on directory management.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.