How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2008 - Data provider &1, attribute group &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2 - Object Model Repository (2)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Data provider &1, attribute group &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2008 - Data provider &1, attribute group &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2008 indicates that there is an attempt to create or register an object model in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework, but the specified data provider and attribute group already exist. This typically occurs when there is a conflict in the naming or registration of data providers or attribute groups within the ESH configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Registration: The error is primarily caused by trying to register a data provider or attribute group that has already been registered in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the same data provider or attribute group is being defined multiple times.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it might lead to conflicts if the same objects already exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Registrations: 
  
  Use transaction codes like ESH_COCKPIT or EHS_ADMIN to check the existing data providers and attribute groups. Look for the specific data provider and attribute group mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find that the data provider or attribute group already exists, you can either modify the existing one or delete the duplicate entry if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings to ensure that you are not attempting to register the same data provider or attribute group multiple times. Make sure that the naming conventions are unique.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that there are no conflicts in the target system. You may need to adjust the transport requests or manually resolve conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Enterprise Search and object model registration for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully register your data provider and attribute group in the SAP Enterprise Search framework.