How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2155 - The referenced category does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 155

• Message text: The referenced category does not exist

What causes this issue?

The category you referenced in the object type was deleted in the
meantime.

System Response

The object type cannot be saved because it is inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the object type 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_RP2155 - The referenced category does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2155 with the description "The referenced category does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver system when there is an issue related to the object model or the configuration of categories in the search framework.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Category: The error usually indicates that a category that is being referenced in a search query or configuration does not exist in the system. This could happen if the category was deleted or not properly created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search model or the object model where the category is defined.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the category might not have been included in the transport request.
  Data Consistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the search categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Category Existence: Verify if the category referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system where categories are defined.
  Recreate the Category: If the category does not exist, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings are correctly configured.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the object model and ensure that all references to categories are valid and correctly set up.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully transported.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or validation tools provided by SAP to ensure that the object model and categories are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error code or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ESH_COCKPIT for managing search configurations or SE80 for object management.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.