How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP742 - Software component &1 already exists globally

ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP742 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 742

• Message text: Software component &1 already exists globally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP742 - Software component &1 already exists globally ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP742 indicates that there is an attempt to create or register a software component that already exists globally in the system. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver system when dealing with object models or repository entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Registration: The software component you are trying to register is already registered in the system. This can happen if the registration process is attempted multiple times or if there is a misconfiguration.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the system configuration or repository that lead to the system believing that the component is already registered.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, the component may have been transported already, leading to a conflict.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Components: Verify if the software component is already registered. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes or tables that manage software components