How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2485 - Object type is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 485

• Message text: Object type is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2485 - Object type is initial ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2485, which states "Object type is initial," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver Search functionality. This error indicates that the system is trying to process an object type that has not been properly initialized or defined.
  Cause:
  
  Uninitialized Object Type: The object type being referenced in the search or operation has not been initialized or is not properly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the search model or the object types that are supposed to be indexed.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the object types in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the object type is correctly defined in the system. This includes checking the configuration settings in the SAP system for the specific object type.
  Ensure that the object type is active and properly set up in the relevant search model.
  
  
  
  Reinitialize the Object Type:
  
  If the object type is found to be uninitialized, you may need to reinitialize it. This can often be done through the relevant transaction codes or configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the data related to the object type. This may involve checking for missing or corrupt entries in the database.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the object type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the process to identify where the object type is being initialized and why it is returning as initial.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and object model configuration for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for checking object definitions and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.