How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2079 - Common attribute &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Common attribute &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2079 - Common attribute &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2079, which states "Common attribute &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse (BW) when there is an issue with the configuration of the object model or the attributes being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Attribute: The error indicates that a common attribute that is expected to be present in the object model is not found. This could be due to:
  
  The attribute not being defined in the data source.
  The attribute being incorrectly referenced in the configuration.
  Changes in the underlying data model that have not been reflected in the search configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the search model or the object model that lead to the system not recognizing the attribute.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the attribute to be missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration in the SAP system (e.g., transaction code ES_MAINTAIN for Enterprise Search).
  Verify that the attribute in question is defined in the object model.
  Ensure that the attribute is correctly mapped and that there are no typos in the attribute name.
  
  
  
  Update Data Source:
  
  If the attribute is supposed to be part of a data source, check the data source configuration to ensure that the attribute is included.
  If necessary, refresh or re-index the data source to ensure that all attributes are correctly recognized.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model or the object model, ensure that all changes are properly reflected in the search configuration.
  Review any recent transports to ensure that they were successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and ES_MAINTAIN (Enterprise Search Maintenance) for troubleshooting.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.