How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP657 - Referenced node (object type &1, node &2) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Referenced node (object type &1, node &2) does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP657 - Referenced node (object type &1, node &2) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP657 indicates that a referenced node in the object model does not exist. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA Search, where the system is trying to access or reference an object that is not available in the specified context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object: The object type and node specified in the error message do not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion, incorrect configuration, or a failure in the data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The object model may not be properly configured, leading to references to non-existent nodes.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data model is supposed to be synchronized with another system or database, any issues in that synchronization can lead to missing nodes.
  Transport Issues: If the object model was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object type and node mentioned in the error message actually exist in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes related to the object model.
  Rebuild the Object Model: If the object is missing, you may need to rebuild the object model. This can often be done through the relevant configuration transactions in SAP.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the object model to ensure that all necessary nodes and object types are correctly defined and linked.
  Data Synchronization: If the issue is related to data synchronization, ensure that the synchronization process is functioning correctly and that all necessary data is available.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object model you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the object model.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.