How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2149 - The referenced data type does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 149

• Message text: The referenced data type does not exist

What causes this issue?

The data type you referenced in the node field 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_RP2149 - The referenced data type does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2149, which states "The referenced data type does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA database when the system is unable to find a specific data type that is expected in the operation being performed. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing objects, or inconsistencies in the data model.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Type: The data type that is being referenced in the operation may not exist in the database or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the search model or the data source that is causing the system to look for a non-existent data type.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of objects, the data type may not have been included or properly transported.
  Development Errors: Custom developments or modifications may have introduced references to non-existent data types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Types: 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 corresponding data model.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for the search model or data source to ensure that all references are correct and that no data types are missing.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  Rebuild Indexes: If the error is related to search functionality, consider rebuilding the search indexes to ensure that all data types are correctly indexed.
  Check for Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it does not reference any non-existent data types.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error code in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or ESH_COCKPIT (Enterprise Search Cockpit) to investigate the data types and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.