How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2729 - Rank. fact. &1 for obj. type id &2, user &3, boost guid &4 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 729

• Message text: Rank. fact. &1 for obj. type id &2, user &3, boost guid &4 already exists

What causes this issue?

Ranking factor &v1& for application object type id &v2&, user &v3&,
boost guid &v4& already exists

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_RP2729 - Rank. fact. &1 for obj. type id &2, user &3, boost guid &4 already exists ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2729 typically indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of the ranking factors for a specific object type in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) system. This error occurs when you attempt to create or modify a ranking factor that already exists for the specified object type, user, and boost GUID.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  You are trying to create a new ranking factor that has the same identifier (or GUID) as an existing ranking factor for the specified object type and user.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the ranking factors configuration, which violates the uniqueness constraint.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Ranking Factors:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for ranking factors in the SAP ESH administration.
  Look for the existing ranking factors associated with the specified object type ID and user.
  Identify if the ranking factor you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Ranking Factor:
  
  If the ranking factor already exists and you want to change it, consider modifying the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing ranking factor is no longer needed, you can delete it to free up the GUID for reuse.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique GUID:
  
  If you need to create a new ranking factor, ensure that you use a unique GUID that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and ranking factors to understand the configuration and constraints better.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues related to ranking factors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH): A tool that allows users to search across various SAP applications and data sources.
  Ranking Factors: These are used to influence the relevance of search results based on specific criteria.
  Object Type ID: This refers to the specific type of object (e.g., business object) for which the ranking factor is being defined.
  Boost GUID: A unique identifier for the ranking factor that helps in managing and referencing it within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your ranking factors in SAP ESH.