How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP820 - ODP field type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 820

• Message text: ODP field type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP820 - ODP field type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP820 indicates that there is an issue with the ODP (Operational Data Provisioning) field type in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA database. Specifically, the error message states that the field type specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Field Type Mismatch: The field type being referenced in the ODP model does not exist in the underlying data source or has been incorrectly defined.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source from which the ODP is trying to pull data may not be properly configured or may have been changed.
  Transport Issues: If the ODP model was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing components in the target system.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between different versions of SAP components or between the ODP and the data source.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Verify that the field type specified in the error message exists in the data source. You can do this by checking the data model or the underlying database tables.
  Update ODP Model: If the field type has been changed or removed, update the ODP model to reflect the current structure of the data source.
  Reconfigure Data Source: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are available.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error or related issues. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known bugs.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for ODP and the specific components you are working with to ensure that you are following best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP820 for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ODP or RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench and check the configuration of your ODP settings.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you may want to trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.