How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2072 - Common attribute &1 must start with prefix &2 or &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Common attribute &1 must start with prefix &2 or &3

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To distinguish common attributes from request fields<(>,<)> the common
attributes must start with the prefix &v2& or &v3& in customer systems.

System Response

The name of the common attribute is inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the name of the common attribute accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2072 - Common attribute &1 must start with prefix &2 or &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2072 indicates that a common attribute in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (or similar object model) does not conform to the expected naming conventions. Specifically, the error states that the common attribute must start with a specified prefix.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A common attribute is defined in the system that does not start with the required prefix(es) specified in the configuration.
  The prefixes are usually defined to ensure that attributes are categorized correctly and can be processed by the system without conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Attribute: Determine which common attribute is causing the error. The error message should indicate the attribute name and the required prefixes.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the object model or the relevant data source. Look for the definitions of common attributes and their required prefixes.
  
  
  Rename the Attribute: If you have access to modify the attribute, rename it to start with the required prefix(es). This may involve:
  
  Changing the attribute name in the relevant data model or configuration.
  Ensuring that any references to this attribute in other parts of the system are also updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the attribute is functioning as expected.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required prefixes or how to modify the attribute, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2072 error and ensure that your common attributes are correctly configured.