How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2165 - Association &1 that is used in the path does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Association &1 that is used in the path does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2165 - Association &1 that is used in the path does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2165 indicates that an association specified in the path does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) or Object Model when trying to access or query an object model that references an association that is not defined or is incorrectly specified.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Association Name: The association name used in the query or path may be misspelled or does not match any defined associations in the object model.
  Missing Association: The association may not be defined in the object model at all. This could happen if the model was modified and the association was removed or not created.
  Model Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the object model, such as missing or incorrect settings in the model definition.
  Transport Issues: If the object model was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the association to be lost or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Association Name: Verify that the association name used in the path is correct. Ensure that it matches exactly with the name defined in the object model.
  Review Object Model Definition: Go to the object model definition in the SAP system and check if the association is defined. If it is missing, you may need to create it.
  Reconfigure the Model: If there are configuration issues, you may need to reconfigure the object model. This could involve redefining associations or ensuring that all necessary components are correctly set up.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate problems with the object model.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of ESH you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to ESH and the specific error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore the object model and its associations.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error occurs and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.