How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP728 - Object type &1, node &2, request &3, request field &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 728

• Message text: Object type &1, node &2, request &3, request field &4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP728 - Object type &1, node &2, request &3, request field &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP728 typically indicates that there is an issue with the object model in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error suggests that a specific object type, node, request, or request field referenced in the system does not exist or cannot be found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Type or Node: The specified object type or node may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the search model or the way the object types are defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data or metadata that the search engine is trying to access.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the object model may not have been properly transported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type and Node: Verify that the object type and node specified in the error message exist in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP ESH settings.
  Reconfigure the Search Model: If there are discrepancies, you may need to reconfigure the search model. This can involve redefining the object types and nodes.
  Activate the Object Model: If the object model has been recently changed or transported, ensure that it is activated. You can do this in the SAP ESH administration area.
  Check for Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the data and metadata to ensure that everything is in order.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to identify any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP ESH Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to understand the configuration and object model better.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ESH_ADMIN for administration tasks related to SAP ESH.
  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.