How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2502 - Attribute &1 has a fulltext index defined in DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Attribute &1 has a fulltext index defined in DDIC

What causes this issue?

Because the attribute has a fulltext index defined in its data base
table in DDIC, the "contains text" flag must not be removed in the ES
Modeler.

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?

Use the "update node" functionality; afterwards, the updated DDIC
information will be displayed in the ES-Modeler (in read-only mode).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2502 - Attribute &1 has a fulltext index defined in DDIC ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2502 indicates that there is an issue related to a full-text index defined in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) for a specific attribute in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of the full-text index for the specified attribute.
  Cause:
  
  Full-Text Index Configuration: The attribute mentioned in the error message has a full-text index defined in the Data Dictionary, but there may be issues with how it is configured or utilized in the context of the Enterprise Search.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the attribute may not be consistent with the definitions in the DDIC, leading to the error.
  Missing or Incorrect Indexing: The full-text index may not have been created or updated correctly, or there may be issues with the underlying data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DDIC Configuration: Verify the configuration of the full-text index in the Data Dictionary. Ensure that the attribute is correctly defined and that the full-text index is properly set up.
  Rebuild Full-Text Index: If the index is not functioning correctly, consider rebuilding the full-text index. This can often resolve issues related to inconsistencies.
  
  You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 to access the Data Dictionary and then managing the indexes.
  
  
  Check Search Configuration: Review the Enterprise Search configuration to ensure that it is correctly set up to utilize the full-text index for the specified attribute.
  Update Metadata: If there have been changes to the underlying data model or the attribute itself, ensure that the metadata is updated accordingly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and ESH_COCKPIT (Enterprise Search Cockpit) for managing and troubleshooting search configurations.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Enterprise Search and full-text indexing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.