How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2148 - Referenced data type &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: 148

• Message text: Referenced data type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You referenced data type &v1& in the node field, but the data type was
deleted in the meantime.

System Response

The node field cannot be saved because it is inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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_RP2148 - Referenced data type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2148, which states "Referenced data type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver platform. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a data type that is not defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Type: The data type referenced in the error message (indicated by &1) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incomplete installation.
  Transport Issues: If the data type was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process, leading to missing objects.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the search model or object model may be incorrect, leading to references to non-existent data types.
  Development Issues: If custom developments or enhancements were made, they might reference a data type that has not been properly defined or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Type Definition: Verify that the data type referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant data dictionary (SE11) or the object model configuration.
  Recreate or Activate Data Type: If the data type is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it exists but is not active.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the object model or search model to ensure that all references are correct and point to existing data types.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the missing data type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or ESH_COCKPIT (Enterprise Search Cockpit) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, Stack Overflow, or other SAP-related discussion boards for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.