How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2438 - Related request &1/&2/&3/&4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 438

• Message text: Related request &1/&2/&3/&4 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Related request &v1&/&v2&/&v3&/&v4& (object type / node / related object
type / related node / related request / mapping number) does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2438 - Related request &1/&2/&3/&4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2438 indicates that a specific request related to the Object Model does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when working with the SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse (BW) and can be related to various scenarios, such as data extraction, reporting, or search functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-existent Request: The request specified in the error message (identified by the placeholders &1, &2, &3, &4) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The request was deleted or not created properly.
  The request ID is incorrect or mistyped.
  The request was not activated or is in a different status.
  
  
  
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model or configuration that prevent the request from being recognized.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the request was part of a transport and the transport did not complete successfully, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Request ID: Check the request ID provided in the error message to ensure it is correct. If it is incorrect, use the correct request ID.
  
  
  Check Request Status: Use transaction codes like SE10 or SE01 to check if the request exists in the system and its status. If it has been deleted or is in a status that prevents it from being used, you may need to recreate or reactivate it.
  
  
  Recreate the Request: If the request does not exist, you may need to recreate it. This could involve re-running the data extraction or re-initiating the process that generates the request.
  
  
  Check Data Model Configuration: Ensure that the data model is correctly configured and that all necessary components are in place. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP BW or Enterprise Search configuration.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all necessary transports have been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or BW for guidance on request management and troubleshooting.
  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.