How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2103 - External references were deleted:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 103

• Message text: External references were deleted:

What causes this issue?

The data model of Enterprise Search consists of entities of the
following types:
Object types
Data providers
Authorization checks
Data types
Relations
Categories
Common attributes
Ranking factors
When maintaining an entity<(>,<)> you can create references to other
entities or parts of other entities (for example<(>,<)> reference node
fields of an object type in request fields of another object type,
reference an authorization check in an object type, reference data types
in a data provider).
The following references have become inconsistent because the referenced
entity or part of an entity was deleted by another user in the meantime
because you do not hold a lock on the referenced entity.

System Response

References have become invalid and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the references 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2103 - External references were deleted: ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2103 typically indicates that there are external references that have been deleted in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or the Object Model. This error can occur when the system tries to access or process data that no longer exists or has been removed.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted External References: The most common cause is that the external references (like documents, links, or data entries) that the system is trying to access have been deleted or are no longer available.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or the configuration of the search system, leading to references pointing to non-existent objects.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the ESH or related components may lead to references being invalidated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Deleted Objects: Review the objects or references that are being accessed when the error occurs. Ensure that they exist in the system.
  Rebuild Indexes: If the error is related to search functionality, consider rebuilding the search indexes. This can help in re-establishing the links to the existing objects.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data model to identify and rectify any inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings of the ESH and related components to ensure that they are correctly set up and that there are no missing links.
  Logs and Traces: Analyze the application logs and traces to get more detailed information about the error and identify the specific references that are causing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and Object Model for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Support Tickets: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider opening a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2103 error effectively.