How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2693 - Ranking factor attributes are assigned to more than one request field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 693

• Message text: Ranking factor attributes are assigned to more than one request field

What causes this issue?

A ranking factor attribute can only be assigned to one request field of
a request. This is not the case for the following assignment. At least
one attribute is assigned to more than one request field.
Object type: &v1&
Node: &v2&
Request: &v3&
Ranking factor/object type: &v4&

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_RP2693 - Ranking factor attributes are assigned to more than one request field ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2693 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of ranking factor attributes within the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework. Specifically, it means that certain ranking factor attributes have been assigned to more than one request field, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises from the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Assignments: The same ranking factor attribute has been assigned to multiple request fields in the search model configuration.
  Configuration Errors: There may be an oversight or misconfiguration in the way the search model is set up, leading to conflicting assignments.
  Changes in Model: If changes were made to the search model or ranking factors without proper adjustments to the request fields, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP ESH configuration settings where the ranking factors and request fields are defined.
  Check the assignments of ranking factor attributes to request fields.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Look for any ranking factor attributes that are assigned to more than one request field.
  Make a note of the conflicting assignments.
  
  
  
  Modify Assignments:
  
  Decide which request field should retain the ranking factor attribute.
  Remove the duplicate assignment from the other request fields.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the search functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the search results are as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made for future reference and to avoid similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as certain bugs or issues may have been resolved in later patches or versions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.