How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP804 - The response field cannot have the same name as field &4 of request &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 804

• Message text: The response field cannot have the same name as field &4 of request &3

What causes this issue?

In object type &v1&, node &v2&, the response field &v4& has the same
name as request field &v4& in request &v3& belonging to the same node.
A response field and a request field that belong to the same node can
only have the same name if they reference the same node field using the
same path. This is not the case here.

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?

Rename the response field or the request field or adjust the paths
accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP804 - The response field cannot have the same name as field &4 of request &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP804 indicates that there is a conflict in the naming of fields in a request and its corresponding response. Specifically, the error states that the response field cannot have the same name as a field in the request. This typically occurs in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) or Object Model (OM) where data is being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Conflict: The error arises when a field in the response is named the same as a field in the request. This can happen due to misconfiguration in the data model or when defining the fields in the search or data retrieval process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the data model, it may lead to naming conflicts.
  Data Source Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the data source or the way fields are mapped can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Names: Review the field names in both the request and response. Ensure that they are unique and do not overlap. You may need to rename one of the fields to resolve the conflict.
  Modify Data Model: If you are using a custom data model, check the definitions of the fields and ensure that they are correctly defined without conflicts.
  Adjust Configuration: If the error is related to a specific configuration in the data source, adjust the configuration to ensure that the field names are unique.
  Testing: After making changes, test the request again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for naming conventions in the data model.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the Enterprise Search and Object Model to understand the expected configurations and naming conventions.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details of the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP804 error.