How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2490 - Predecessor object type &2 from software component &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Predecessor object type &2 from software component &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2490 - Predecessor object type &2 from software component &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2490 indicates that there is a problem related to the predecessor object type in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or Object Model. Specifically, it states that the predecessor object type (denoted as &2) from a specific software component (denoted as &1) does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Type: The predecessor object type that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration, an incomplete installation of a software component, or an inconsistency in the object model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The object model may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent object types.
  Transport Issues: If the object type was supposed to be transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or at all.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the software components, leading to the absence of expected object types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type Configuration: Verify the configuration of the object types in the system. Ensure that the predecessor object type is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  Reinstall or Update Software Component: If the software component is missing or incomplete, consider reinstalling or updating it to ensure all necessary object types are included.
  Transport Requests: If the object type should have been transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure they were successfully imported.
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the specific software component to understand the expected object types and their configurations.
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving it.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process that triggers this error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the object types and their definitions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.