How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2243 - Data provider 'DDIC' is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Data provider 'DDIC' is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2243 - Data provider 'DDIC' is not available ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2243 indicates that the data provider 'DDIC' (Data Dictionary) is not available. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when trying to access certain data models that rely on the Data Dictionary.
  Causes:
  
  Data Provider Configuration: The data provider 'DDIC' may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data provider.
  System Issues: There could be underlying system issues, such as missing components or incorrect settings in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the necessary components for the data provider may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system may not support the data provider, or there may be compatibility issues with other components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Provider Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE and check if the data provider 'DDIC' is listed and activated.
  If it is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data provider. This can be checked using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SLG1 to check the application logs for any related errors that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure or Reinstall:
  
  If the data provider is not functioning correctly, consider reconfiguring or reinstalling the relevant components.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help resolve temporary issues with data providers.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Builder) for further investigation.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Enterprise Search and data providers for additional insights.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the data provider 'DDIC' not being available.